Sunset sessions in Florence

Florence, Oregon

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Florence 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

7:08 PM
Golden Hour: 6:08 PM – 7:08 PM

Day length: 11h 59m

-3 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

7:09 AM

First light: 6:39 AM

Sunset

7:08 PM

Last light: 7:38 PM

Data from Florence South Jetty · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

7:09 AM

Sunset

7:08 PM

Day Length

11h 59m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

7:10 AM

Sunset

7:06 PM

Day Length

11h 56m

Tue, Sep 29

Sunrise

7:11 AM

Sunset

7:04 PM

Day Length

11h 53m

Wed, Sep 30

Sunrise

7:12 AM

Sunset

7:03 PM

Day Length

11h 50m

Thu, Oct 1

Sunrise

7:14 AM

Sunset

7:01 PM

Day Length

11h 47m

Fri, Oct 2

Sunrise

7:15 AM

Sunset

6:59 PM

Day Length

11h 44m

Sat, Oct 3

Sunrise

7:16 AM

Sunset

6:57 PM

Day Length

11h 41m

Best sunset surf spots in Florence

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Florence South Jetty

Advanced

Florence South Jetty offers challenging river mouth break rated 6/10 but fickle and dangerous. Siuslaw River south jetty produces inside left (harbor entrance wave—wedgy, hollow) and outside beach rights.

Sunset session picks in Florence

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

Florence South Jetty
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**Florence South Jetty** offers challenging river mouth break rated 6/10 but fickle and dangerous. Siuslaw River south jetty produces inside left (harbor entrance wave—wedgy, hollow) and outside beach rights.

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 Florence

Conditions

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

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Florence

The best sunset sessions in Florence are at Florence South Jetty. 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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