Surf Forecasts:
Fare Left surf forecast from 30 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 4 Sep, 11AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 16s period, SSW swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 4 Sep, 11AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 16s period, SSW swell with 3,593 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 1 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 13s period with S swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Fare Left this week:
The surf forecast for Fare Left over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 13s period. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Fare Left in the next 16 days are 2.5m 16s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 04) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.5m 8s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 30) at 11AM.
| Wave Type | Time (-10) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5AM (Tue 1st Sep) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 11AM (Fri 4th Sep) | 8ft (2.5m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 11AM (Fri 4th Sep) | 8ft (2.5m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Fare Left over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's get into what the next couple of weeks are looking like for this spot. It's gonna be a mixed bag, but there are definitely some windows to get excited about.
Overall, we’re looking at a long stretch of solid, consistent swell, but that consistent wind is the issue. For the most part, a strong offshore breeze will keep things clean, but it'll also make paddling out a real workout. The standout period is definitely the first few days, with a big pulse of long-period groundswell. The water temp is sitting about average for the time of year.
We’ve got a significant run of surf starting now. Fare Left (a reef setup for advanced surfers only) is the only game in town, and it’s gonna be pumping right from Sunday the 30th of August. A powerful SSW groundswell pushes in at 8 ft with a very long 15-second period, and the combined energy is a massive 2688 – that’s strong, serious water moving. The strong easterly offshore wind, 25 mph, will have surfaces glassy but it’ll be a battle to get out back. This is expert territory. The swell holds into Monday the 31st, still a solid 6 ft and 14-second period from the SSW, with a fresh 19 mph offshore. The energy is still hefty at 1156.
Through Tuesday the 1st of September, the size drops to a more manageable 4 ft from the S, but the period is still a meaty 12 seconds. The wind drops to a moderate 12 mph offshore, making it the most user-friendly session of this early run. For the crew at that expert level, the absolute best on offer is Saturday the 5th of September afternoon. The swell is 5 ft from the SSW, the wind is a clean 16 mph offshore, and the conditions are noted as excellent for experienced surfers.
Mid-week, things get tricky. Wednesday the 2nd of September sees a tiny 2 ft bump from the SSW but with a super long 18-second period, and the wind goes cross-offshore. The energy is anemic at 377, making it a poor surf day. That’s our clearest gap in quality. Thursday the 3rd and Friday the 4th see the swell pick back up with fresh offshore winds, but the quality is still noted as marginal.
Looking into the second week, things are more promising but less certain. Sunday the 6th of September morning looks beautiful: 4 ft from the SSW, very light 6 mph offshore winds. Clean, easy paddling, but a bit weaker. The real standout in the long range is Sunday the 13th of September. A new pulse of SSW swell hits 5 ft (5 ft that afternoon) with a solid 14-second period and a combined energy of 1638. The wind is a moderate 12 mph cross-offshore, keeping it clean. If that holds, it’ll be the best day of the second week. The run finishes on Monday the 14th with a 5 ft SSW swell and light winds, a nice mellow end to the outlook.
Stay safe out there, it’s a reef and the big days are no joke.
- Rusty
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Mon morning. Warm (max 25°C on Mon morning, min 24°C on Sun morning). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummarySome drizzle, heaviest during Fri night. Warm (max 25°C on Wed night, min 24°C on Wed morning). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | Thursday 3 | Friday 4 | Saturday 5 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | 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) | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | S 12 | S 12 | S 13 | SSW 18 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
2895 | 2173 | 1704 | 1090 | 929 | 679 | 423 | 356 | 268 | 221 | 316 | 602 | 886 | 1102 | 2007 | 3593 | 2961 | 2235 | 1301 | 1175 | 690 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | off | off | off | off | off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | off | off | off | off |
High Tide | 1:41PM0.25m | 1:33AM0.23m | 1:55PM0.23m | 1:42AM0.22m | 2:06PM0.21m | 1:48AM0.21m | 2:09PM0.17m | 1:48AM0.19m | 1:53PM0.15m | 1:33AM0.18m | 12:54PM0.13m | 00:54AM0.17m | 11:41AM0.15m | 00:18AM0.17m | |||||||
Low Tide | 7:51PM0.04m | 7:49AM0.01m | 8:01PM0.05m | 8:05AM0.03m | 8:02PM0.07m | 8:15AM0.04m | 7:44PM0.08m | 8:09AM0.06m | 6:58PM0.08m | 7:28AM0.08m | 6:14PM0.06m | 6:33AM0.09m | 5:55PM0.04m | ||||||||
6:11 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | |
— | 5:57 | — | — | 5:57 | — | — | 5:57 | — | — | 5:57 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:58 | — | |
mm | — | — | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2 | — | 1 |
Temp °C | 24 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 |
Feels °C | 20 | 21 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | SSW 18 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 |
2895 | 2173 | 1704 | 1090 | 929 | 291 | 219 | 149 | 149 | 221 | 316 | 602 | 886 | 1102 | 2007 | 3593 | 2961 | 2235 | 1301 | 1175 | 690 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 10 | NW 10 | N 10 | NW 10 | SW 21 | SSW 13 | S 12 | S 12 | S 13 | SSW 13 | SW 13 | SSE 12 | WSW 11 | SW 10 | N 11 | NE 14 | SSE 6 | S 6 | NNE 14 | E 8 | E 8 |
4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 18 | 679 | 423 | 356 | 268 | 93 | 82 | 26 | 12 | 17 | 2 | 8 | 25 | 11 | 18 | 196 | 213 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | SW 21 | NW 10 | SW 20 | SSW 15 | S 16 | SW 18 | S 11 | S 9 | WSW 12 | S 12 | SSW 21 | — | — | NE 15 | N 11 | N 13 | NE 13 | NE 12 |
— | — | — | 18 | 4 | 15 | 21 | 42 | 84 | 61 | 25 | 14 | 3 | 45 | — | — | 8 | 2 | 3 | 27 | 39 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | — | — | — | SE 7 | E 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | E 7 | E 7 | E 8 | E 8 | ENE 8 | E 8 | E 8 | — | — |
831 | 727 | 601 | 489 | 427 | — | — | — | 11 | 212 | 235 | 264 | 264 | 272 | 308 | 260 | 207 | 223 | 223 | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 2442 | 2443 | 2442 | 2442 | 1049 | 48 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3362 | 3786 | 3323 | 3239 | 2442 | 0 | 1051 | 0 | 1042 | 3362 | 0 |
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Information about the Fare Left Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Fare Left provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Fare Left can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Fare Left 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 (Fare Left) 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 Fare Left 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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