Dawn patrol surfing in Tybee Island

Tybee Island, Georgia

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

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

Sunrise

7:16 AM
First Light: 6:46 AM

Day length: 12h 25m

+2 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

7:16 AM

First light: 6:46 AM

Sunset

7:41 PM

Last light: 8:11 PM

Data from Tybee Island · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

7:16 AM

Sunset

7:41 PM

Day Length

12h 25m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

7:15 AM

Sunset

7:42 PM

Day Length

12h 27m

Wed, Apr 1

Sunrise

7:14 AM

Sunset

7:43 PM

Day Length

12h 29m

Thu, Apr 2

Sunrise

7:12 AM

Sunset

7:43 PM

Day Length

12h 31m

Fri, Apr 3

Sunrise

7:11 AM

Sunset

7:44 PM

Day Length

12h 33m

Best dawn patrol spots in Tybee Island

Dawn patrol access guide for Tybee Island

Parking and access info for early morning sessions before sunrise.

Tybee Island
pier
lower-intermediate

Tybee Island's pier and sandbars produce wedgy right and left peaks when E/SE swells hit at mid tide. The spot relies on tropical hurricanes and winter nor'easters for consistent surf but can turn on in the fall with chest‑high waves. It's a fun, mellow wave for lower‑intermediate surfers.

Early access

Walk from the parking lot to the pier; surfers must stay clear of fishing zones. Choose an empty sandbar north or south of the pier to avoid crowds.

Parking

Parking lots near the pier require a fee; use the meter or app. Avoid busy weekends when spaces are scarce.

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 Tybee Island

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Tybee Island

Dawn patrol in Tybee Island 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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