Fairhaven Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, I’m Rusty. Let’s get straight into it.

Fairhaven’s got a bit of a wild ride ahead. The water’s sitting at 57°, which is pretty much average for this time of year – nothing to write home about, but not a shock to the system either.

The first decent surf kicks off Friday morning, August 7th. We’ve got a clean 7 ft SW swell rolling in with a very long period of 15 seconds. That’s proper groundswell energy, and the combined energy is a meaty 1921 (moderate). The NW wind is light and cross-off, keeping things tidy. This is a spot that rarely breaks, so when it does, you take notice. For the experienced crew, this is a solid early call. Crowds are often here, so expect some company. Saturday morning, August 8th, looks even better – 6 ft SW swell, 16-second period, and a clean offshore N wind at 9 mph. The energy is 1720 (moderate). This is the standout of the first few days: clean, consistent energy, and that offshore breeze will have the waves lining up nicely for those who know what they’re doing.

Sunday, August 9th, it drops off fast. Swell fades to 4 ft, and the wind swings to a fresh 19 mph from the NNE, cross-off, but it’s messy. The rain doesn’t help. Not worth paddling out.

Monday, August 10th, gets ugly. A big 12 ft SW swell hits with a 19-second period, but it’s got a strong cross-on WSW wind at 22 mph. The energy is huge – 9388 (strong) – but the quality is poor. This is more of a kite-surfing show than a paddle session. Tuesday, August 11th, settles a bit – 8 ft SW swell, 14-second period, and a moderate NNW wind cross-off. The energy is 2079 (moderate). It’s clean but still a bit marginal for the average punter. The bigger swell lingers, and the crowds might thin out.

The real standout comes later in the second week. Saturday morning, August 15th, is a glassy dream. 12 ft SW swell, 17-second period, and the wind is dead calm from the SE – glassy. Combined energy is 7673 (strong). This is a solid wave, but it’s only for experts. The swell is too big for beginners, and the long period means it’ll be a bit straight at the beach break, so it’s best on the points or reefs if you can find them. The wind is glass, and the conditions are pristine. This is the best on offer, but it’s a serious wave.

Sunday, August 16th, early morning is another glassy moment – 7 ft SW swell, 14-second period, calm wind. Energy is 2009 (moderate). Good for experienced surfers, clean and inviting. Monday, August 17th, has a light 6 ft SW swell, 14-second period, and a glassy NNE breeze. Energy is 1041 (moderate). A nice, mellow session for the skilled.

Later in the week, Wednesday afternoon, August 19th, brings a clean 5 ft SW swell, 17-second period, with a light cross-off ENE breeze. Energy is 1524 (moderate). It’s a good, clean option for the experienced crew. Thursday, August 20th, has a consistent 5 ft SW swell, 15-second period, and a gentle offshore N wind. Energy is 1548 (moderate). Clean, tidy, and the crowds might be manageable.

The final standout is Saturday morning, August 22nd. A 10 ft SW swell, 10-second period, and glassy conditions with a light NNW wind. Energy is 3557 (strong). This is a bigger wave, but the shorter period means it’ll be more fun on the beach break. It’s excellent for experienced surfers, but again, too big for beginners. The glassy conditions are a major plus.

Overall, Fairhaven is a spot that rarely breaks, so these windows are golden. The best of the lot is the glassy, big-wave session on Saturday morning, August 15th, and the clean, offshore Saturday morning, August 8th. Don’t sleep on them.

Rusty.

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