Avila Beach
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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
7:17 PMGolden Hour: 6:17 PM – 7:17 PM
Day length: 12h 34m
-2 min vs yesterday
Sunrise
6:44 AM
First light: 6:14 AM
Sunset
7:17 PM
Last light: 7:47 PM
Data from Avila Beach · Updated daily
7-Day Sun Schedule
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today(Today) | 6:44 AM | 7:17 PM | 12h 34m |
| Tomorrow | 6:44 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 31m |
| Mon, Sep 14 | 6:45 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 29m |
| Tue, Sep 15 | 6:46 AM | 7:13 PM | 12h 27m |
| Wed, Sep 16 | 6:47 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 25m |
| Thu, Sep 17 | 6:47 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 23m |
Today(Today)
Sunrise
6:44 AM
Sunset
7:17 PM
Day Length
12h 34m
Tomorrow
Sunrise
6:44 AM
Sunset
7:16 PM
Day Length
12h 31m
Mon, Sep 14
Sunrise
6:45 AM
Sunset
7:14 PM
Day Length
12h 29m
Tue, Sep 15
Sunrise
6:46 AM
Sunset
7:13 PM
Day Length
12h 27m
Wed, Sep 16
Sunrise
6:47 AM
Sunset
7:11 PM
Day Length
12h 25m
Thu, Sep 17
Sunrise
6:47 AM
Sunset
7:10 PM
Day Length
12h 23m
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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