Avila Beach
beach
beginner
Sheltered south-facing beach in San Luis Bay with gentle waves.
Beach facing
SW-facing (205°)
Evening access
Multiple stairways along the promenade.
Sunset sessions in Avila Beach
Avila Beach, California
Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.
After-work glass-offs in Avila Beach can rival dawn patrol on good days. Afternoon thermals die, the crowd thins, and these 1 west-facing breaks catch the last clean sets of the day.
Sunset
7:56 PMGolden Hour: 6:56 PM – 7:56 PM
Day length: 13h 35m
-2 min vs yesterday
Sunrise
6:21 AM
First light: 5:51 AM
Sunset
7:56 PM
Last light: 8:26 PM
Data from Avila Beach· Updated daily
7-Day Sun Schedule
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today(Today) | 6:21 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 35m |
| Tomorrow | 6:22 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 33m |
| Sat, Aug 15 | 6:23 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 31m |
| Sun, Aug 16 | 6:24 AM | 7:53 PM | 13h 30m |
| Mon, Aug 17 | 6:24 AM | 7:52 PM | 13h 28m |
Today(Today)
Sunrise
6:21 AM
Sunset
7:56 PM
Day Length
13h 35m
Tomorrow
Sunrise
6:22 AM
Sunset
7:55 PM
Day Length
13h 33m
Sat, Aug 15
Sunrise
6:23 AM
Sunset
7:54 PM
Day Length
13h 31m
Sun, Aug 16
Sunrise
6:24 AM
Sunset
7:53 PM
Day Length
13h 30m
Mon, Aug 17
Sunrise
6:24 AM
Sunset
7:52 PM
Day Length
13h 28m
Best sunset surf spots in Avila Beach
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Sunset session picks in Avila Beach
West-facing beaches with golden hour potential and evening access.
Sunset session tips
- West-facing beaches for stunning sunset views
- Often cleaner afternoon conditions
- Golden hour photography opportunities
- After-work session favorites
Surf Guides for Avila Beach
Conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in Avila Beach
- The best sunset sessions in Avila Beach are at Avila Beach. These spots offer stunning golden hour views while you ride.
- Yes! Afternoon often brings cleaner conditions as morning onshore winds die down. Plus, the golden hour light and fewer crowds make for magical sessions.
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