Fairhaven Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's coming down the line for Fairhaven.

Alright, so the first bit of the window is a bit of a slow burn, but we've got some clean windows coming up. The real standout action is a bit further out, but there's plenty to talk about.

The week kicks off on Monday, July 27th with some surf already on the table. Swell's a clean 5.2 feet from the SW with a solid 11 second period, and we've got a gentle offshore wind from the NNW. The water's sitting at 57°, which is pretty much normal for this time of year. The combined energy is moderate at 838, and it's looking very good. This is a solid pick for a beginner-friendly session.

Tuesday, July 28th sees the swell bump up to 6.2 feet in the morning and 8.2 feet in the afternoon, both from the SW. The period stretches to 13 and then 15 seconds. The wind is a fresh cross-offshore, keeping things clean on the surface, but the score is a bit lower due to tide concerns. The energy jumps to 1542 and 2759, so there's some power in the water. This is starting to get into intermediate territory, especially by the afternoon.

Wednesday, July 29th is a write-off. The swell hits 14.8 feet but the wind swings cross-onshore, tearing it up. The energy is massive (10362 and 14849), but the conditions are poor. If you've got a kite, this might be your day, but for a paddle board, you're better off sleeping in.

Thursday, July 30th drops back to 8.2 feet from the SW with a 13 second period. The wind is a gentle cross-shore, so there's a little chop, but it's rideable. Energy is moderate (2199 and 3576). It's a marginal call, but it's surfable.

Friday, July 31st morning is a hidden gem. 5.9 feet SW swell with a 12 second period, and we've got a slight cross-offshore breeze. It's clean, and the energy is a comfortable 964. The afternoon turns a bit onshore, so hit the dawn patrol.

Saturday, August 1st is where it gets interesting. Morning is clean with 4.9 feet SW swell and a light offshore N wind. The energy is 1191. But the real show is the afternoon: 7.5 feet from the SW, but the period jumps to 18 seconds. That's a very long period groundswell, and with a light offshore NNW wind, it's going to be incredibly clean. The energy is 3145. This is a standout for experienced surfers.

Sunday, August 2nd stays solid with 6.9 feet SW swell and a 16 second period, but the wind picks up to a fresh cross-offshore. It's still clean, but the wind is stiffer. Energy is 2326 and 2156. Good, but not as good as Saturday.

Monday, August 3rd is 8.2 feet from the SW with a 14-15 second period. The wind is light, but it's a bit cross-shore to cross-onshore, so the surface isn't perfect. Energy is solid (3135 and 2594). A bit of a gamble.

Now, the true standouts are at the end of the first week and into the second.

Tuesday, August 4th morning is another cracker. 5.9 feet SW, 13 seconds, and a slight cross-offshore NNW wind. Clean as a whistle. Energy is 1485. Great for a skilled surfer.

Wednesday, August 5th is the absolute peak. Both morning and afternoon are 8.2 feet from the SW, but the period is 17-18 seconds. The wind is a light offshore breeze (NE to ENE). This is as good as it gets for Fairhaven. The energy is huge (4257 and 4249), and the conditions are excellent. This is the one to circle on the calendar for experienced surfers.

Thursday, August 6th keeps the run going. 5.9 feet in the morning, 4.9 feet in the afternoon, both SW, with a 14-15 second period. The wind is offshore or cross-offshore. Energy is 1500 and 878. Still very good.

Friday, August 7th and Saturday, August 8th are a bit smaller (2.3 feet to 3.9 feet) but the period is very long

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