Dawn patrol surfing in Boynton Beach

Boynton Beach, Florida

Sunrise and first light times for planning your dawn patrol session.

First light in Boynton Beach means glass, empty peaks, and the best conditions of the day before thermal onshores build. These 1 spots are worth the 5am alarm.

Sunrise

6:35 AM
First Light: 6:05 AM

Day length: 13h 25m

+2 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

6:35 AM

First light: 6:05 AM

Sunset

8:00 PM

Last light: 8:30 PM

Data from Boynton Inlet· Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

6:35 AM

Sunset

8:00 PM

Day Length

13h 25m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

6:35 AM

Sunset

8:00 PM

Day Length

13h 26m

Sat, May 16

Sunrise

6:34 AM

Sunset

8:01 PM

Day Length

13h 27m

Sun, May 17

Sunrise

6:34 AM

Sunset

8:01 PM

Day Length

13h 28m

Mon, May 18

Sunrise

6:33 AM

Sunset

8:02 PM

Day Length

13h 29m

Tue, May 19

Sunrise

6:33 AM

Sunset

8:02 PM

Day Length

13h 30m

Best dawn patrol spots in Boynton Beach

Dawn patrol access guide for Boynton Beach

Parking and access info for early morning sessions before sunrise.

Boynton Inlet
inlet
intermediate

Boynton Inlet features a beach break and jetty with an outside sandbar that produces long hollow lefts when NE swell hits at low tide. The north side has clean, empty peaks, while the south side near the jetty offers punchy waves. It's a fun spot for intermediate surfers seeking challenging waves.

Early access

Paddle through the inlet channel to reach the outside sandbar (about 1/4 mile). Always check for boat traffic and wear a leash.

Parking

Limited parking in county lots—arrive early and pay the meter. Watch for strict parking enforcement in surrounding neighborhoods.

Dawn patrol tips

  • Glassy morning conditions before onshore winds
  • Less crowded lineups at sunrise
  • East-facing beaches for sunrise views
  • Spots with easy parking for early arrivals

Surf Guides for Boynton Beach

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Boynton Beach

Dawn patrol in Boynton Beach typically starts at first light, around 30 minutes before sunrise. This gives you the glassiest conditions before onshore winds develop.
Early morning offers glassy conditions, fewer crowds, and calmer winds. Water temperature is also warmer relative to air temperature at sunrise.

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