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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Avon, New Jersey. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sun, May 10: 3–4ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Slim pickings today — 3-4ft and poor - fair with 10mph SE winds.
Mon, May 11: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Rideable all day with 2-3ft waves on ESE swell at 7s and light winds out of the N.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 7mph N winds.
Wed, May 13: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with 9mph from the SSW. Expect the wind to bump up to around 17mph by PM.
Thu, May 14: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with moderate SW wind around 8mph. Afternoon breeze fills in to 15mph.
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Avon-by-the-Sea is a classic New Jersey beach break situated along the Monmouth County coastline, offering punchy, fast-breaking waves that work best during fall hurricane swells and nor'easters. The sandy bottom produces quality peaks up and down the beach, and the jetties flanking the break help organize sandbars and provide some shelter depending on swell angle. This spot draws a dedicated local crew but remains one of the more accessible and rewarding spots along the Jersey Shore for surfers looking to score clean, powerful beach break conditions.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Avon is 3-4ft with a 8.1s swell period. Wind is SE at 10mph and conditions are rated Poor - Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Avon is 3-4ft, produced by a 3.5ft SE primary swell at 8s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Avon is Monday from 7 AM to 10 AM with 3ft waves, a 7.4s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Avon works best with a E swell and W winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at Avon. Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
Avon is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Avon-by-the-Sea is a classic New Jersey beach break situated along the Monmouth County coastline, offering punchy, fast-breaking waves that work best during fall hurricane swells and nor'easters. The sandy bottom produces quality peaks up and down the beach, and the jetties flanking the break help organize sandbars and provide some shelter depending on swell angle. This spot draws a dedicated local crew but remains one of the more accessible and rewarding spots along the Jersey Shore for surfers looking to score clean, powerful beach break conditions.
The prime season at Avon is fall, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at Avon include strong rip currents, crowded lineups during swells, jetty rocks, localism, cold water in winter. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Avon forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
