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.

In July, State's Avenue offers generally small but rideable conditions with an average swell height of 0.7m and a decent 7.4s period. The dominant swell direction is from the SE-SSE, contributing the majority of waves in the 0.5-1.5m range, with occasional bigger sets up to 2m (though rare). Expect most waves to be waist-high or slightly overhead at best. Wind conditions are inconsistent—only 22% of the time is ideal for surfing, typically when winds are light (under 20kph) from favorable directions like ENE to SSE. Unfortunately, stronger winds from the SSW and S often create choppy or less-clean conditions. Summer patterns mean smaller, weaker waves overall, but patient surfers can still find fun sessions, particularly early mornings when winds are lighter. Not a high-performance month, but good for beginners or longboarders when conditions align.