Surf Forecasts:
Fare Left surf forecast from 24 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 23 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 15s period, S swell with 5,278 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Fare Left this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Fare Left in the next 16 days are 3.5m 15s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 23) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-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 Thursday (Aug 27) at 5AM.
| Wave Type | Time (-10) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Sun 23rd Aug) | 11ft (3.5m) 15s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Fare Left over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, I’m Rusty. Let’s break down what’s ahead for Fare Left. This is an advanced reef break, exposed to SW swells, and it’s fairly consistent – so when the ocean sends the right lines, this place can pump. The water temp is about 81°, which is roughly 2° warmer than average for this time of year, so it’s a bit warmer than usual.
The first real swell shows up on Sunday afternoon, August 23rd, but don’t get too worked up. There’s a big 10-foot SSW groundswell with a very long 16-second period – that’s a massive amount of energy (6013). Problem is, the wind is a cross-offshore from the SE at 16 mph, and conditions are only marginal. That long-period groundswell can be a handful on a reef when the wind isn’t perfect, so it’s more of a watch-and-see.
Monday the 24th drops fast. Swell goes to 8 feet in the morning with a 14-second period, but the wind jumps to 22 mph from the ESE – still cross-off, but it’s a fresh breeze that makes things tough. Scores are low, and it stays marginal through the rest of the week. Tuesday and Wednesday see the swell fade under 5 feet, and while Wednesday morning has offshore wind from the ESE at 22 mph, the wave height is only about 3 feet – not enough juice for this spot.
Thursday the 27th through Friday the 28th see a little bump back up, with 4 to 6 feet of SSW swell and long periods (15–17 seconds), but the wind is strong cross-off or offshore at 25–28 mph from the SE/ESE. Energy numbers are moderate at best (865–1451), and the conditions remain marginal. It’s clean, but the wind strength makes it a grind.
Now, Saturday August 29th and Sunday August 30th are the clear near-term window. Saturday afternoon delivers a solid 10-foot SSW swell, still with that long 16-second period, and the wind goes offshore from the ESE at 25 mph. The combined energy is huge at 4360 – strong. It’s clean, but it’s powerful and heavy – this is expert-only territory. Sunday holds 8 feet of SSW/S swell with offshore winds from the E at 22–25 mph. Energy is still very strong (3508–2872). These two days are the best early bet for experienced surfers. The reef will handle that long-period groundswell well, so expect well-shaped waves with long waits between sets.
Monday the 31st into Tuesday September 1st sees the swell ease to 6 feet down to 3 feet, with offshore winds from the E at 12–19 mph. Conditions turn “good” on Tuesday, with moderate offshore breezes, but the wave size is modest and energy is low (401–285). Worth a session if you’re after something mellow.
Wednesday September 2nd is tiny – only 2 to 2 feet – not worth paddling out.
Here’s the long-range gem. Thursday September 3rd and Friday September 4th look excellent. On Thursday, we’ve got 5 to 6 feet of SSW groundswell with a 16-second period, offshore wind from the ESE/E at 16 mph, and solid energy (1415–1961). Conditions are listed as excellent for experienced surfers – that’s a standout call. Friday bumps up to 7 to 8 feet of SSW swell, still with 16-second period and offshore breeze at 16 mph. Energy climbs into strong territory (3216–2600). These two days are shaping up as the real highlights of the whole outlook – clean, solid, and well lined up. It’s a week and a half out, so keep an eye on it, but it looks promising.
From Saturday September 5th through Monday September 7th, the swell holds around 5 to 6 feet, with offshore winds but building back to fresh to strong breezes (22–25 mph). Energy stays moderate to strong, but the wind strength makes it a bit of a battle. Still surfable for the keen, but not as clean as Thursday and Friday.
Bottom line: if you’re an experienced surfer and can pick your days, aim for Saturday August 29th and Sunday August 30th, or even better, Thursday September 3rd and Friday September 4th. Those are the windows when Fare Left should really deliver.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Sun night. Warm (max 24°C on Sun afternoon, min 22°C on Sun night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 8mm), mostly falling on Wed night. Warm (max 24°C on Wed afternoon, min 23°C on Thu night). Mainly strong winds. | |||||||||||||||||||
Sun 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | ||||||||||||||
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 16 | S 16 | S 14 | S 13 | S 13 | S 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
3840 | 3860 | 2927 | 1556 | 917 | 546 | 433 | 317 | 271 | 210 | 573 | 691 | 988 | 899 | 848 | 1451 | 2640 | 3992 | 4342 | 3577 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off |
High Tide | 00:13AM0.18m | 11:58AM0.20m | 00:20AM0.19m | 12:14PM0.22m | 00:31AM0.21m | 12:31PM0.24m | 00:44AM0.22m | 12:50PM0.26m | 00:58AM0.23m | 1:07PM0.26m | 1:10AM0.23m | 1:25PM0.26m | 1:22AM0.23m | |||||||
Low Tide | 6:12PM0.01m | 6:13AM0.04m | 6:23PM0.00m | 6:20AM0.02m | 6:36PM-0.00m | 6:29AM0.01m | 6:50PM-0.00m | 6:42AM0.01m | 7:05PM0.00m | 6:57AM0.00m | 7:21PM0.01m | 7:13AM0.00m | 7:37PM0.02m | |||||||
— | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | |
5:55 | — | — | 5:55 | — | — | 5:55 | — | — | 5:57 | — | — | 5:57 | — | — | 5:57 | — | — | 5:57 | — | |
mm | — | 3 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2 | 1 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 25 |
Feels °C | 21 | 21 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 21 | 21 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | S 16 | S 14 | S 13 | S 13 | S 12 | SSE 11 | S 11 | SSE 8 | SSW 12 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 |
3840 | 3860 | 2927 | 1556 | 917 | 546 | 390 | 281 | 167 | 210 | 573 | 691 | 988 | 899 | 848 | 1451 | 2640 | 3992 | 4342 | 3577 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 20 | — | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 18 | NW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 20 | SSW 13 | NNW 11 | NNW 12 | NNW 11 | NNW 11 | S 19 |
1092 | — | 275 | 702 | 506 | 414 | 433 | 317 | 271 | 128 | 7 | 158 | 88 | 75 | 357 | 12 | 14 | 11 | 12 | 1277 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 20 | — | — | S 21 | NW 11 | SW 20 | NW 10 | SSW 18 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | SE 13 | SSE 13 | SSE 12 | NNW 12 | NNW 11 | — | NNW 12 | — | SW 21 | — |
1081 | — | — | 9 | 5 | 15 | 4 | 31 | 40 | 22 | 6 | 16 | 28 | 13 | 12 | — | 14 | — | 18 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 6 | SE 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 8 | E 7 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | E 8 | E 8 |
84 | 516 | 274 | 250 | 223 | 172 | 155 | 187 | 235 | 480 | 663 | 789 | 686 | 960 | 829 | 870 | 824 | 754 | 692 | 612 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 3786 | 3870 | 3786 | 3371 | 3362 | 3825 | 3371 | 3362 | 3825 | 3825 | 3187 | 3282 | 3239 | 3282 | 3239 | 3187 | 3187 | 3187 | 2303 | 2111 |
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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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