Major city · United States
Avon-by-the-Sea
Half a day to one day: walk the boardwalk, swim, eat. Not a base unless you want a quiet beach town with no nightlife.
Avon-by-the-Sea is a small Victorian beach town on the Jersey Shore with a non-commercial boardwalk, a swan-filled lake, and a quiet atmosphere. It works as a day trip from nearby towns or a one-night stop for a relaxed beach day. Sights are walkable; the beach is the main draw.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Jun–Aug (beach weather), May and Sep for fewer crowds
- avoid Nov–Mar (cold, many places closed)
- Airports
- EWR · JFK
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Avon-by-the-Sea911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Avon-by-the-Sea, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyVery safe town.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportEWR Newark Liberty International (About 1 h 15 min by car; NJ Transit train to Belmar or Bradley Beach, then taxi or bus).
- Getting aroundWalkable town centre and beach.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- EWR Newark Liberty International (About 1 h 15 min by car; NJ Transit train to Belmar or Bradley Beach, then taxi or bus) · JFK John F. Kennedy International (About 1 h 30 min by car; train + NJ Transit to Belmar)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Feb
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Mar
Avoid
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Apr
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
May
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Jun
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Aug
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Oct
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Nov
Avoid
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Dec
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Nov–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)), coolest Jan (−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C) low), wettest Mar (11 rain days), driest Sep (8). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Avon-by-the-Sea: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
10 rd
Feb
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
9 rd
Mar
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
11 rd
Apr
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
11 rd
May
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
11 rd
Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
10 rd
Jul
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
10 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9 rd
Sep
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
8 rd
Oct
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
8 rd
Nov
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
9 rd
Dec
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
10 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walkable town centre and beach. A car is useful for groceries and exploring nearby towns. NJ Transit bus 830 runs local; the 317 goes to Philadelphia.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: 20–30 min
Drive north on Route 71, about 10 min; or NJ Transit bus 830
Boardwalk, music venues, restaurants.
Door to door: 10–15 min
Drive north on Route 71, about 5 min; or walk the beach at low tide
Historic tent colony and beach.
Door to door: 25–35 min
Drive north on Route 71, about 15 min; or NJ Transit bus 830
Shops, restaurants, Count Basie Center.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Avon-by-the-Sea itself
A few B&Bs and small inns; book ahead in summer.
Belmar or Bradley Beach
More motels and hotels, 5–10 min drive or a short train ride.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–100 excl. bed
- Mid
- $100–200 excl. bed
- High
- $200+ excl. bed
Watch out
Safety
- Beach badges (tags) required in summer; buy at the beach entrance.
- Parking is limited and metered in summer; arrive early or use the train.
- Restaurants and shops may close early or be seasonal; check hours ahead.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- NJ Transit bus 830 (local): about $2.50 one way (check)
- NJ Transit 317 to Philadelphia: about $15–20 one way (check)
- Beach badge (daily): about $8–12 (check)
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- Hello — Hello
- Thank you — Thank you
- How much is the beach badge? — How much is the beach badge?
- Where is the boardwalk? — Where is the boardwalk?
- Can I pay by card? — Can I pay by card?
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Avon-by-the-Sea. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Aug (beach weather), May and Sep for fewer crowds · avoid Nov–Mar (cold, many places closed) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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