Sunset sessions in Cocoa Beach

Cocoa Beach, Florida

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Cocoa 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

7:13 PM
Golden Hour: 6:13 PM – 7:13 PM

Day length: 11h 59m

Sunrise

7:14 AM

First light: 6:44 AM

Sunset

7:13 PM

Last light: 7:43 PM

Data from 16th St South · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

7:14 AM

Sunset

7:13 PM

Day Length

11h 59m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

7:15 AM

Sunset

7:12 PM

Day Length

11h 57m

Thu, Oct 1

Sunrise

7:15 AM

Sunset

7:11 PM

Day Length

11h 55m

Fri, Oct 2

Sunrise

7:16 AM

Sunset

7:10 PM

Day Length

11h 54m

Sat, Oct 3

Sunrise

7:16 AM

Sunset

7:09 PM

Day Length

11h 52m

Sun, Oct 4

Sunrise

7:17 AM

Sunset

7:07 PM

Day Length

11h 50m

Mon, Oct 5

Sunrise

7:17 AM

Sunset

7:06 PM

Day Length

11h 49m

Best sunset surf spots in Cocoa Beach

Sunset session picks in Cocoa Beach

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

16th St South
beach
intermediate

16th St South is an Atlantic sandbar surf zone at Cocoa Beach in Space Coast. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

Beach facing
E-facing (90°)
Evening access

Use the official public access serving this shoreline and obey closures, dune protections, and seasonal surf-zone rules.

Cocoa Beach Pier
pier
beginner

The Cocoa Beach Pier is Florida's most famous surf landmark and home to legends like Kelly Slater. The pier breaks on almost every type of swell, with chest‑ to head‑high north swells producing the best waves. It's a mellow wave well suited to beginners and longboarders but can offer punchier sections when hurricane swells wrap in.

Beach facing
E-facing (80°)
Evening access

Walk down the pier or along the beach to your preferred takeoff zone. Surfers must stay clear of the fishing area on the pier.

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 Cocoa Beach

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Cocoa Beach

The best sunset sessions in Cocoa Beach are at 16th St South, Cocoa Beach Pier. 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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