Swell Intel

Avon Surf Forecast

New Jersey

Avon surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
1-2ft
ankle to knee high
Swell Period
4.2s
Wind
9mph
S / Gusts 16mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Primary
1.0ft @ 9sE
Secondary
0.5ft @ 8sSE
Wind Swell
2.5ft @ 4sS

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Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Intermediate
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
E
Best Wind
W
Season
Fall

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.

Strong rip currentsCrowded lineups during swellsJetty rocksLocalismCold water in winter

Forecast Charts

Daily Forecast

Thu, Mar 26Poor

Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with calm winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
9s E|Calm
Fri, Mar 27Poor - Fair

First light looks cleanest — 2-3ft on SSE swell at 7s with calm winds. It gets a bit messier later in the day.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s SSE|Calm
Sat, Mar 28Poor - Fair

First light looks cleanest — 2-3ft on SE swell at 7s with glassy conditions. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.

6am9am12pm3pm
6s E|Calm
Sun, Mar 29Poor

Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with glassy conditions.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s E|Calm
Mon, Mar 30Poor

A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with glassy conditions.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s E|Calm

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Avon Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Avon?
The current wave height at Avon is 1-2ft with a 4.2s swell period. Wind is S at 9mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Avon surf forecast?
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.