Fairhaven Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, this is Rusty, and I’m looking at what’s cooking for Fairhaven over the next couple of weeks. It’s a bit of a slow burner at first, but there’s some serious power on the horizon.

Right now, the water temp is sitting at 58°F, which is about 1°F warmer than usual for this time of year – so pretty average, nothing to write home about. Fairhaven is a beginner-friendly spot that rarely breaks, so when it does, you gotta pay attention. The first real action kicks off on Friday, July 17th. We’re looking at a solid 8ft SW groundswell, with a long 16-second period pushing through. Combined energy is pumping at 3259, and with a light NNW cross-off breeze, it’s going to be clean. That said, 8ft is getting into the expert-only zone, so this is not a beginner wave. The morning session Friday is the standout of the early window.

Saturday, July 18th, drops a bit to 6ft SW on the morning, still with a nice 14-second period and light NW cross-off wind. The afternoon goes glassy at 6ft with a 13-second period. That’s a solid, clean run for anyone who can handle the size. Sunday, July 19th, the swell drops right off to 3ft, and the energy (536) is weak. It’s a small day, but with cross-off winds, it’ll be clean for the longboarders. Monday, July 20th, has a pulse of 4ft WSW groundswell at 16 seconds. The energy is 721, so it’s weak, but that long period means it’ll be lined up and clean. Tuesday, July 21st, is similar with 5ft SW at 14 seconds, building to 6ft in the afternoon. The whole run from Friday to Tuesday offers some fun, but it's not epic.

Now, here’s where it gets big. On Thursday, July 23rd, the swell jumps to 12ft SW at 13 seconds, with combined energy of 7276. That is serious. The wind is cross-shore from the W, but it’s going to be too big for Fairhaven’s setup. The morning of the 23rd is the best of a bad lot, but this is really a spot for experts only, and even then, it’s pushing the limits. Friday, July 24th, is even bigger – 15ft SW at 15 seconds, with an energy of 13775. That’s a massive, powerful groundswell, but it’s just too much for this break. The wind is cross-shore, creating chop, so it’s not the kind of day you want to be out there unless you’re a pro.

There is a real standout later in the window. Sunday, July 26th, is your best bet. The morning brings 7ft SW at 12 seconds, with a light WNW cross-off breeze and energy at 1370. The afternoon goes glassy at 8ft SW. That is the sweet spot – manageable size, glassy conditions, and a clean, long-period swell. This is the one to circle on the calendar. After that, the swell goes wild again. Monday, July 27th, is 13ft to 15ft SW with a 16-17 second period. The energy hits 7987 and 10664. Again, too big. The wind is offshore, which is rare, but the size makes it a no-go for all but the most experienced.

The rest of the run into August is a washout of massive, messy swell. Friday, July 31st, has a 20ft WSW swell with a fresh cross-onshore wind at 22 mph, and energy of 21689. That’s kite-surfing territory, not paddle surfing. The setup is too big and too choppy for anyone to have fun on a surfboard. The pattern is clear: Fairhaven is a spot that rarely fires, but when it does, it’s either too small or too big. The real highlight is Sunday, July 26th, with that glassy, head-high SW groundswell. Get on it while it’s clean.

Rusty.

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