Sunset sessions in Dillon Beach

Dillon Beach, California

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Dillon 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

6:30 PM
Golden Hour: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Day length: 11h 4m

-3 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

7:25 AM

First light: 6:55 AM

Sunset

6:30 PM

Last light: 7:00 PM

Data from Dillon Beach · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

7:25 AM

Sunset

6:30 PM

Day Length

11h 4m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

7:26 AM

Sunset

6:28 PM

Day Length

11h 2m

Wed, Oct 21

Sunrise

7:27 AM

Sunset

6:27 PM

Day Length

11h 0m

Thu, Oct 22

Sunrise

7:28 AM

Sunset

6:26 PM

Day Length

10h 57m

Best sunset surf spots in Dillon Beach

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Dillon Beach

Intermediate

Dillon Beach is the ocean-facing sandy shoreline at the northern entrance to Tomales Bay. Lawson’s Landing provides one route to its southern frontage.

Sunset session picks in Dillon Beach

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

Dillon Beach
beach

Dillon Beach is the ocean-facing sandy shoreline at the northern entrance to Tomales Bay. Lawson’s Landing provides one route to its southern frontage.

Beach facing
W-facing (265°)Golden hour
Evening access

Day-use beach parking is offered by Lawson’s Landing, subject to current hours, rates and availability. Follow marked routes and restrictions protecting dunes and wetlands.

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 Dillon Beach

Conditions

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Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Dillon Beach

The best sunset sessions in Dillon Beach are at Dillon 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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