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.

November at State's Avenue offers generally small but rideable surf, with an average swell height of 0.8m and a decent period of 8.1s, suggesting consistent energy in the waves. The most dominant swell directions are from the ESE, SE, and SSE, which account for the majority of waves in the 0.5-1.5m range—ideal for intermediate surfers. Larger swells (1.5m+) are less frequent but occur mostly from the SE-SSE quadrant, providing occasional punchier sections for more advanced riders. Wind conditions are less favorable, with only 15% of days offering ideal offshore or light cross-shore winds (typically from the W-NW). However, stronger onshore winds (10-30kph) from the S-SSW and W-WNW are common, which can degrade wave quality. The best sessions likely come during smaller ESE-SSE swells paired with lighter W-NW winds, creating clean, groomed peaks. Overall, expect small to medium-sized waves with variable wind conditions, requiring patience for the best windows.