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
5:00 PMGolden Hour: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Day length: 10h 23m
-2 min vs yesterday
Sunrise
6:37 AM
First light: 6:07 AM
Sunset
5:00 PM
Last light: 5:30 PM
Data from Avila Beach · Updated daily
7-Day Sun Schedule
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today(Today) | 6:37 AM | 5:00 PM | 10h 23m |
| Tomorrow | 6:38 AM | 4:59 PM | 10h 21m |
| Sun, Nov 15 | 6:39 AM | 4:58 PM | 10h 20m |
| Mon, Nov 16 | 6:40 AM | 4:58 PM | 10h 18m |
| Tue, Nov 17 | 6:41 AM | 4:57 PM | 10h 16m |
| Wed, Nov 18 | 6:42 AM | 4:56 PM | 10h 15m |
Today(Today)
Sunrise
6:37 AM
Sunset
5:00 PM
Day Length
10h 23m
Tomorrow
Sunrise
6:38 AM
Sunset
4:59 PM
Day Length
10h 21m
Sun, Nov 15
Sunrise
6:39 AM
Sunset
4:58 PM
Day Length
10h 20m
Mon, Nov 16
Sunrise
6:40 AM
Sunset
4:58 PM
Day Length
10h 18m
Tue, Nov 17
Sunrise
6:41 AM
Sunset
4:57 PM
Day Length
10h 16m
Wed, Nov 18
Sunrise
6:42 AM
Sunset
4:56 PM
Day Length
10h 15m
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.
