Andrew Molera State Beach (river mouth)
river-mouth
intermediate
Open-coast Big Sur beach with shifting rivermouth bars and big scenery.
Beach facing
W-facing (255°)Golden hour
Evening access
Be prepared for river crossing depending on flow.
Sunset sessions in Big Sur
Big Sur, California
Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.
After-work glass-offs in Big Sur 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
8:07 PMGolden Hour: 7:07 PM – 8:07 PM
Day length: 14h 4m
+2 min vs yesterday
Sunrise
6:03 AM
First light: 5:33 AM
Sunset
8:07 PM
Last light: 8:37 PM
Data from Andrew Molera State Beach (river mouth)· Updated daily
7-Day Sun Schedule
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today(Today) | 6:03 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 4m |
| Tomorrow | 6:02 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 6m |
| Sun, May 17 | 6:01 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 7m |
| Mon, May 18 | 6:00 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 9m |
| Tue, May 19 | 6:00 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 10m |
Today(Today)
Sunrise
6:03 AM
Sunset
8:07 PM
Day Length
14h 4m
Tomorrow
Sunrise
6:02 AM
Sunset
8:07 PM
Day Length
14h 6m
Sun, May 17
Sunrise
6:01 AM
Sunset
8:08 PM
Day Length
14h 7m
Mon, May 18
Sunrise
6:00 AM
Sunset
8:09 PM
Day Length
14h 9m
Tue, May 19
Sunrise
6:00 AM
Sunset
8:10 PM
Day Length
14h 10m
Best sunset surf spots in Big Sur
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Sunset session picks in Big Sur
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 Big Sur
Conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in Big Sur
- The best sunset sessions in Big Sur are at Andrew Molera State Beach (river mouth). 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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