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

6:49 PM
Golden Hour: 5:49 PM – 6:49 PM

Day length: 11h 36m

-2 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

7:13 AM

First light: 6:43 AM

Sunset

6:49 PM

Last light: 7:19 PM

Data from Dillon Beach · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

7:13 AM

Sunset

6:49 PM

Day Length

11h 36m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

7:14 AM

Sunset

6:47 PM

Day Length

11h 33m

Fri, Oct 9

Sunrise

7:15 AM

Sunset

6:45 PM

Day Length

11h 31m

Sat, Oct 10

Sunrise

7:16 AM

Sunset

6:44 PM

Day Length

11h 28m

Sun, Oct 11

Sunrise

7:16 AM

Sunset

6:43 PM

Day Length

11h 26m

Mon, Oct 12

Sunrise

7:17 AM

Sunset

6:41 PM

Day Length

11h 24m

Best sunset surf spots in Dillon Beach

Sunset session picks in Dillon Beach

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

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

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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