
Surf Forecasts:
Fausse Passe surf forecast from 6 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 12 Sep, 5AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 19s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 12 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 18s period, SSW swell with 9,355 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 6 Sep, 11PM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 14s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Fausse Passe this week:
The surf forecast for Fausse Passe over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 06) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.8m and 14s period. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Fausse Passe in the next 16 days are 3.5m 18s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Sep 12) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.8m 9s period and expected on Monday (Sep 07) at 2AM.
| Wave Type | Time (+11) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Sun 6th Sep) | 6ft (1.8m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 5AM (Sat 12th Sep) | 11ft (3.5m) 19s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Sat 12th Sep) | 11ft (3.5m) 18s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Fausse Passe over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here, let's talk about what's coming up for Fausse Passe.
Alright, so we've got a solid 16-day window ahead, but it's a bit of a slow burn to start. The first real surf that's worth a look doesn't kick in until the following Monday morning. That's a few days of waiting, but once it gets going, there's some serious size on the horizon.
The standout session is hands down the morning of Monday, September 7th. We're talking about a clean 3ft SSW groundswell with a very long 17-second period. The wind is absolutely glassy, just a light westerly breeze. This is going to be some of the cleanest, most lined-up surf you'll see. The water temperature is sitting at 72°, which is basically bang on average for this time of year, so you won't need a winter suit.
Later that same afternoon, the swell bumps up to 4ft from the SSW, but it's a bit of a trade-off. The wind swings around to a light cross-shore, so the glass is gone, but it's still very manageable.
We have to talk about the big stuff coming in. Starting Saturday, September 12th, the swell just goes nuts. We're looking at a massive 13ft SSW groundswell with a combined energy reading of 8697. That's a huge amount of energy, and it's way too big for anyone but absolute experts. The wind is a clean cross-offshore, so the conditions are clean, but the size is just colossal. This pattern of huge, powerful swell continues right through the following week. The morning of Monday, September 14th has a 12ft S swell with a combined energy of 8056, and then things get even more ridiculous on Saturday, September 19th with a 20ft SW swell and a combined energy of 25957. That's just massive, raw power. For all of these, the wind is either cross-off or cross-on, but the size alone makes it a no-go zone for the average punter.
For the more manageable stuff, later in the window, keep an eye on the afternoon of Thursday, September 17th. There's a 6ft SSW groundswell with a long 14-second period, and the wind is a manageable cross-off. It's not the cleanest of the whole period, but it's a much more realistic option than the giant stuff.
The setup at Fausse Passe is a reef break, so it's exposed to the swell. With those long period swells, the reef will be handling the energy beautifully, offering up some proper walls. But remember, a spot like this that's exposed and can get big means crowds are possible, so get out there early if you're chasing the clean Monday morning.
Rusty, signing off.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Warm (max 20°C on Sun morning, min 19°C on Sun night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the ESE on Sun afternoon, calm by Mon night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Fri morning. Warm (max 20°C on Wed morning, min 18°C on Fri night). Winds increasing (calm on Thu morning, fresh winds from the S by Fri morning). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 6 | Monday 7 | Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | SSW 10 | SSW 9 | SSW 11 | SSW 10 | SSW 22 | SSW 20 | SSW 19 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 |
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1875 | 1578 | 1033 | 443 | 900 | 559 | 443 | 282 | 616 | 425 | 521 | 365 | 148 | 571 | 510 | 433 | 961 | 4587 | 8697 | 7454 | 4456 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | off | glassy | cross | glassy | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 4:15PM1.05m | 3:27AM0.82m | 5:30PM1.13m | 5:02AM0.87m | 6:24PM1.22m | 6:09AM0.95m | 7:06PM1.29m | 7:01AM1.04m | 7:43PM1.33m | 7:47AM1.12m | 8:16PM1.34m | 8:29AM1.18m | 8:48PM1.32m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 8:42AM0.26m | 10:34PM0.62m | 10:10AM0.25m | 11:54PM0.54m | 11:23AM0.20m | 00:46AM0.44m | 12:21PM0.14m | 1:26AM0.34m | 1:10PM0.11m | 2:01AM0.25m | 1:53PM0.11m | 2:33AM0.18m | 2:32PM0.13m | 3:05AM0.13m | |||||||
6:00 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:56 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | |
— | 5:45 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:46 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 20 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 |
Feels °C | 16 | 15 | 16 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 13 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 17 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | SSW 10 | SSW 9 | SSW 11 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 | SSW 20 | SSW 19 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 |
1875 | 1578 | 1033 | 402 | 900 | 559 | 443 | 282 | 616 | 425 | 521 | 365 | 148 | 571 | 510 | 433 | 961 | 4587 | 8697 | 7454 | 4456 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 9 | — | E 8 | SSW 17 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | S 11 | SW 10 | S 11 | S 10 | SSE 10 | S 9 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | S 9 | — | — | E 8 |
23 | — | 46 | 443 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 119 | 48 | 65 | 96 | 33 | 39 | 240 | 481 | 694 | — | — | 12 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | SW 7 | ESE 8 | — | E 18 | E 16 | WSW 8 | E 15 | SW 14 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | SSW 12 | SW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 22 | ESE 8 | SSW 13 | — | — | ENE 13 |
— | — | 2 | 38 | — | 6 | 5 | 6 | 4 | 51 | 11 | 13 | 98 | 81 | 120 | 412 | 14 | 796 | — | — | 17 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | E 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 8 | S 10 | — | — | — | — |
49 | 51 | 96 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 440 | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1235 | 1234 | 0 | 0 | 1285 | 0 | 596 | 584 | 32 | 1231 | 1231 | 80 | 1233 | 1672 | 1231 | 1235 | 1416 | 1416 | 1272 | 1398 | 110 |
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Information about the Fausse Passe Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Fausse Passe provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Fausse Passe can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Fausse Passe 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 (Fausse Passe) 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 Fausse Passe 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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