Dawn patrol surfing in Hull

Hull, Massachusetts

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

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

Sunrise

5:24 AM
First Light: 4:54 AM

Day length: 14h 33m

+2 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

5:24 AM

First light: 4:54 AM

Sunset

7:57 PM

Last light: 8:27 PM

Data from Nantasket Beach· Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

5:24 AM

Sunset

7:57 PM

Day Length

14h 33m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

5:23 AM

Sunset

7:58 PM

Day Length

14h 35m

Sun, May 17

Sunrise

5:22 AM

Sunset

7:59 PM

Day Length

14h 37m

Mon, May 18

Sunrise

5:21 AM

Sunset

8:00 PM

Day Length

14h 39m

Tue, May 19

Sunrise

5:20 AM

Sunset

8:01 PM

Day Length

14h 41m

Best dawn patrol spots in Hull

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Featured Beaches(1)

Nantasket Beach

Beginner friendly

Nantasket Beach in Hull is a long, flat beach break facing northeast on the southern end and southeast on the northern end. It handles winter storm swells and offers forgiving waves for beginners; best conditions include northeast swells and southwest winds at high tide.

Dawn patrol access guide for Hull

Parking and access info for early morning sessions before sunrise.

Nantasket Beach
beach
beginner

Nantasket Beach in Hull is a long, flat beach break facing northeast on the southern end and southeast on the northern end. It handles winter storm swells and offers forgiving waves for beginners; best conditions include northeast swells and southwest winds at high tide.

Early access

Access is easy from the promenade; follow the boardwalk and choose a less crowded peak.

Parking

Pay parking lots line the beach; get there early on summer days to secure a space.

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 Hull

Conditions

Dawn Patrol
You're here
Sunset Sessions
Evening golden hour spots
Tide Windows
Optimal tidal conditions
Water Temperature
Conditions & wetsuit guide

Style

Beginner Spots
Gentle waves for learning
Longboard Spots
Mellow waves for logging
Less Crowded
Quieter lineups & backups

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Hull

Dawn patrol in Hull 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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