Surf Forecasts:
Fairhaven surf forecast from 28 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 4 Sep, 4AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 13s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 4 Sep, 4PM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 15s period, SW swell with 6,854 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 29 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 15s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Fairhaven this week:
The surf forecast for Fairhaven over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 29) at 4AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.0m and 15s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Fairhaven in the next 16 days are 4.0m 15s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 04) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 4s period and expected on Friday (Sep 04) at 1AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 4AM (Sat 29th Aug) | 6.5ft (2.0m) 15s |
| Best Surf | 4AM (Fri 4th Sep) | 11ft (3.5m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 4PM (Fri 4th Sep) | 13ft (4.0m) 15s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Fairhaven over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here. Let’s have a proper look at what’s coming up for Fairhaven over the next couple of weeks. It’s a bit of a mixed bag, but there are definitely some moments worth marking on the calendar, especially if you’re an experienced surfer.
Straight up, Fairhaven is a beginner-friendly spot that rarely breaks, so when it does turn on, it’s a real treat. The water temp is about average for this time of year, so no wetsuit dramas. The first real opportunity rolls in this Saturday morning, the 29th of August. We’ve got a clean 6ft SW groundswell, period a solid 14 seconds, with glassy offshore wind from the WNW at just 3 mph. The combined swell energy is strong, sitting at 1500. This is excellent for experienced surfers, but beginners be warned – the size is pushing your limit. The wind is perfect, so expect clean faces at dawn.
Saturday afternoon sees the wind swing onshore from the S at 9 mph, making things a bit messy, and the quality drops right off. Give it a miss.
Sunday the 30th is a no-go. The morning has a cross-shore wind and the swell jumps to 8ft, but the conditions are marginal and the score is low. Afternoon is even worse with onshore wind.
Monday the 31st is another standout morning. Glassy conditions return with a light N wind at 3 mph, and the swell holds at 8ft from the SW, period 14 seconds. The combined energy is strong at 2562. This is excellent surf for experienced surfers again, clean and powerful. A fantastic window before the winds shift onshore in the afternoon.
Tuesday the 1st of September has a solid 8ft SW swell with a very long 16-second period, but the morning wind is a moderate cross-offshore from the NNW at 12 mph. It’s clean, but the energy is moderate-strong (2412). The crowd factor: this spot can get busy, so be prepared. The long period means the waves will have more power and shape, but at a beach break like this, they might break a bit straight.
Wednesday the 2nd sees the swell bump up to 10ft from the WSW, with a 15-second period, and combined energy hitting a strong 6130. The morning has a cross-shore wind, creating a bit of chop, so it’s only for experts. But the afternoon is pure magic – glassy conditions, zero wind, and a still-hefty 8ft SW swell. That afternoon window is exceptional for those who can handle it.
From Thursday the 3rd through Friday the 4th, the swell stays big – 10ft to 13ft – with clean cross-offshore winds. However, by Friday, the swell is predicted to be too big for this break, with energy over 4000. Only the most experienced should even consider it.
The weekend of the 5th and 6th of September is a write-off. The swell is still big but the winds turn onshore and choppy, with rain on Sunday. The scores are zero.
The following week, from Monday the 7th to Wednesday the 9th, is mostly poor. Onshore winds, rain, and messy conditions. There’s a brief clean-up on Tuesday the 8th morning with a 7ft SSW swell, but the period drops to 11 seconds, and the energy is weak-moderate (1295). Not worth the paddle.
Thursday the 10th and Friday the 11th offer some hope. Thursday afternoon has a 7ft SW swell with a 16-second period – very long period, which will give great shape but long lulls. The wind is gentle cross-shore, creating slight chop. Combined energy is moderate-strong (2146). Friday morning and afternoon are cleaner, with a 6ft SW swell, 14-15 second period, and cross-offshore winds. These are small but clean sessions for the experienced.
Saturday the 12th is another onshore mess. Then Sunday the 13th finishes the forecast with a big 10ft SW swell, 16-second period, cross-offshore wind, and a massive combined energy of 4404. Clean, but strictly for experts only.
Overall, the best on offer is Monday morning the 31st of August and Wednesday afternoon the 2nd of September. Both give you clean, glassy or near-glassy conditions with solid SW groundswell. Early birds will win.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 14°C on Sat afternoon, min 7°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 19°C on Tue morning, min 9°C on Mon night). Winds increasing (calm on Wed afternoon, fresh winds from the NW by Thu afternoon). | ||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | Thursday 3 | ||||||||||||||
Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 14 | SW 14 | WSW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
2119 | 1500 | 1253 | 1417 | 1819 | 1952 | 2012 | 2166 | 2004 | 3212 | 2412 | 1505 | 1581 | 3805 | 2680 | 2648 | 3195 | 2974 | 3331 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | glassy | on | cross-off | cross | on | glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross |
High Tide | 11:55PM1.39m | 12:50PM1.68m | 00:47AM1.52m | 1:19PM1.74m | 1:30AM1.66m | 1:47PM1.78m | 2:10AM1.78m | 2:14PM1.80m | 2:48AM1.88m | 2:42PM1.81m | 3:27AM1.93m | 3:11PM1.81m | |||||||
Low Tide | 6:11AM0.51m | 7:01PM0.69m | 6:56AM0.47m | 7:30PM0.53m | 7:36AM0.44m | 7:59PM0.38m | 8:13AM0.44m | 8:29PM0.25m | 8:49AM0.47m | 9:00PM0.14m | 9:25AM0.53m | 9:34PM0.07m | |||||||
— | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:47 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | |
— | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:59 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:01 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 |
Temp °C | 9 | 13 | 14 | 10 | 13 | 14 | 9 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 19 | 19 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 12 |
Feels °C | 7 | 11 | 11 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 8 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 14 | 14 | 9 | 14 | 14 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 6 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 |
2119 | 1500 | 1253 | 1417 | 1819 | 1952 | 2012 | 2166 | 2004 | 3212 | 2412 | 1505 | 1581 | 2325 | 2680 | 2648 | 3195 | 2974 | 3331 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | SW 23 | SW 22 | SW 20 | SW 20 | S 14 | SW 20 | SW 18 | S 15 | — | NNE 4 | SW 18 | — | S 15 | S 16 | S 16 | S 15 | — |
— | — | 21 | 73 | 136 | 61 | 33 | 380 | 921 | 4 | — | 7 | 114 | — | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | S 14 | S 15 | S 14 | — | S 14 | S 15 | — | — | — | S 18 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | 37 | 17 | 16 | — | 16 | 4 | — | — | — | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | SW 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 3 | NNW 3 | NW 3 | WSW 15 | — | — | — | — | WNW 4 |
— | — | 15 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 7 | 5 | 3 | 3805 | — | — | — | — | 30 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 10 | 21 | 10 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 13 | 13 |
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Information about the Fairhaven Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Fairhaven provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Fairhaven can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Fairhaven surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Fairhaven) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).
Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Fairhaven may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.
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