Sunset sessions in Davenport

Davenport, California

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Davenport 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

6:32 PM
Golden Hour: 5:32 PM – 6:32 PM

Day length: 11h 14m

-2 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

7:18 AM

First light: 6:48 AM

Sunset

6:32 PM

Last light: 7:02 PM

Data from Waddell Creek · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

7:18 AM

Sunset

6:32 PM

Day Length

11h 14m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

7:19 AM

Sunset

6:31 PM

Day Length

11h 12m

Sun, Oct 18

Sunrise

7:20 AM

Sunset

6:30 PM

Day Length

11h 9m

Mon, Oct 19

Sunrise

7:21 AM

Sunset

6:28 PM

Day Length

11h 7m

Tue, Oct 20

Sunrise

7:22 AM

Sunset

6:27 PM

Day Length

11h 5m

Wed, Oct 21

Sunrise

7:23 AM

Sunset

6:26 PM

Day Length

11h 3m

Best sunset surf spots in Davenport

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Featured Beaches(1)

Waddell Creek

Intermediate

Exposed rivermouth and beach break at the base of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Waddell Creek picks up SW, W and NW swells and can deliver punchy peaks and river-mouth walls. Windsurfers and kitesurfers frequent the area when the wind is up.

Sunset session picks in Davenport

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

Waddell Creek
river-mouth
upper-intermediate

Exposed rivermouth and beach break at the base of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Waddell Creek picks up SW, W and NW swells and can deliver punchy peaks and river-mouth walls. Windsurfers and kitesurfers frequent the area when the wind is up.

Beach facing
W-facing (260°)Golden hour
Evening access

Cross the creek if necessary and paddle out through rips; be prepared for long paddles in strong winds.

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 Davenport

Conditions

Dawn Patrol
Best early morning sessions
Sunset Sessions
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Tide Windows
Optimal tidal conditions
Water Temperature
Conditions & wetsuit guide

Style

Less Crowded
Quieter lineups & backups

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Davenport

The best sunset sessions in Davenport are at Waddell Creek. 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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