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
6:54 PMGolden Hour: 5:54 PM – 6:54 PM
Day length: 11h 59m
-2 min vs yesterday
Sunrise
6:55 AM
First light: 6:25 AM
Sunset
6:54 PM
Last light: 7:24 PM
Data from Avila Beach · Updated daily
7-Day Sun Schedule
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today(Today) | 6:55 AM | 6:54 PM | 11h 59m |
| Tomorrow | 6:56 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 56m |
| Wed, Sep 30 | 6:57 AM | 6:51 PM | 11h 54m |
| Thu, Oct 1 | 6:58 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 52m |
| Fri, Oct 2 | 6:58 AM | 6:48 PM | 11h 50m |
Today(Today)
Sunrise
6:55 AM
Sunset
6:54 PM
Day Length
11h 59m
Tomorrow
Sunrise
6:56 AM
Sunset
6:53 PM
Day Length
11h 56m
Wed, Sep 30
Sunrise
6:57 AM
Sunset
6:51 PM
Day Length
11h 54m
Thu, Oct 1
Sunrise
6:58 AM
Sunset
6:50 PM
Day Length
11h 52m
Fri, Oct 2
Sunrise
6:58 AM
Sunset
6:48 PM
Day Length
11h 50m
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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