Sunset sessions in Bradley Beach

Bradley Beach, New Jersey

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Bradley Beach can rival dawn patrol on good days. Afternoon thermals die, the crowd thins, and these 2 west-facing breaks catch the last clean sets of the day.

Sunset

8:30 PM
Golden Hour: 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Day length: 15h 0m

-1 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

5:30 AM

First light: 5:00 AM

Sunset

8:30 PM

Last light: 9:00 PM

Data from 3rd Avenue Beach· Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

5:30 AM

Sunset

8:30 PM

Day Length

15h 0m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

5:30 AM

Sunset

8:30 PM

Day Length

15h 0m

Thu, Jul 2

Sunrise

5:31 AM

Sunset

8:30 PM

Day Length

14h 59m

Fri, Jul 3

Sunrise

5:31 AM

Sunset

8:30 PM

Day Length

14h 59m

Sat, Jul 4

Sunrise

5:32 AM

Sunset

8:30 PM

Day Length

14h 58m

Best sunset surf spots in Bradley Beach

Sunset session picks in Bradley Beach

West-facing beaches with golden hour potential and evening access.

3rd Avenue Beach
jetty
beginner-intermediate

The 3rd Avenue designated surfing zone in Bradley Beach is a known longboard spot with easy, peeling waves and a 400ft surfing area.

Evening access

Designated 400ft surfing area at 3rd Avenue. Lifeguard on duty in season.

Brinley Avenue
jetty
intermediate

Brinley Avenue jetty in Bradley Beach handles big E swells when everywhere else closes out — a valuable backup spot.

Evening access

Brinley Avenue beach access. Less formal than the 3rd Avenue designated zone.

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 Bradley Beach

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Bradley Beach

The best sunset sessions in Bradley Beach are at 3rd Avenue Beach, Brinley Avenue. 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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