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 March, State's Avenue typically offers modest surf conditions with an average swell height of 0.9m and a decent period of 7.9s, suggesting relatively clean and manageable waves. The swell predominantly arrives from the east-southeast (ESE) and southeast (SE) directions, with ESE swells contributing the most to rideable waves in the 0.5-1.5m range (17.56% combined). Smaller percentages of larger swells (1.5m+) occur but are less frequent. Wind conditions are less favorable, with only 16% being ideal for surfing—typically lighter offshore or cross-shore breezes. Stronger onshore winds (WNW, NW) are more common, which can degrade wave quality. Overall, March provides occasional surfable days, particularly when ESE swells coincide with lighter winds, but consistency and size are limited. Advanced surfers may find some clean, smaller sessions, while beginners might struggle with consistency.