State's Avenue - surf spot statistics

State's Avenue generally experiences a mix of wind swells and ground swells throughout the year, with wind swells dominating the swell regime. The best months for surfing tend to be late summer and early fall, particularly September, which offers the highest percentage of ground swells (24%) and relatively better wind conditions (24% good winds). Swell size also peaks slightly in March and September (0.9m mean), though the difference is marginal compared to other months. Wind conditions remain challenging year-round, with the highest probability of favorable winds occurring from May to August (21-22%). However, even in these months, bad wind conditions still prevail most of the time. Ground swells are rare overall, only exceeding 10% in January, March, August, September, October, and December. If prioritizing quality over consistency, September stands out due to the higher ground swell contribution, slightly larger waves, and marginally better wind stats. Most other months see predominantly wind swells with small to average wave heights and frequent onshore winds, making conditions inconsistent and often suboptimal for high-performance surfing. Early fall provides the best balance, while winter and spring tend to be wind-affected and less reliable.

August at State's Avenue offers relatively small but rideable waves, with an average swell height of 0.7m and a decent period of 8.1s, providing some energy despite the modest size. The swell is predominantly from the SE, SSE, and ESE directions, with the bulk of waves in the 0.5-1.5m range (peaking around SE at 27.88% for 0.5-1m). Larger swells (1.5m+) are infrequent but possible, primarily from SE and SSE. Wind conditions are hit or miss—only 22% of the time are they ideal for surfing, with onshore SE-SSE winds being most common. Offshore or light cross-shore winds (N-NE) occur occasionally but are less frequent. Expect mostly small, manageable waves with occasional better windows when wind and swell align. Best for longboarders or those happy with softer conditions, though patient surfers may find cleaner, slightly bigger sets on select days.