Sunset sessions in Folly Beach

Folly Beach, South Carolina

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Folly Beach can rival dawn patrol on good days. Afternoon thermals die, the crowd thins, and these 5 west-facing breaks catch the last clean sets of the day.

Sunset

7:10 PM
Golden Hour: 6:10 PM – 7:10 PM

Day length: 11h 57m

-2 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

7:12 AM

First light: 6:42 AM

Sunset

7:10 PM

Last light: 7:40 PM

Data from Folly Beach · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

7:12 AM

Sunset

7:10 PM

Day Length

11h 57m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

7:13 AM

Sunset

7:09 PM

Day Length

11h 55m

Thu, Oct 1

Sunrise

7:14 AM

Sunset

7:07 PM

Day Length

11h 53m

Fri, Oct 2

Sunrise

7:14 AM

Sunset

7:06 PM

Day Length

11h 51m

Sat, Oct 3

Sunrise

7:15 AM

Sunset

7:05 PM

Day Length

11h 49m

Best sunset surf spots in Folly Beach

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Featured Beaches(5)

Folly Beach

Intermediate

Folly Beach is a long barrier island south of Charleston with several fun breaks. The Washout—a stretch blown open by Hurricane Hugo—produces punchy peaks on SE‑NE swells, while the Folly Beach Pier offers long lefts on the south side. It's friendly for beginners when small but can handle good size during hurricane season.

Folly Beach Pier Northside

Advanced

Folly Beach Pier Northside is a pier-influenced surf zone at Folly Beach in Charleston Coast. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

Folly Beach Pier Southside

Advanced

Folly Beach Pier Southside is a pier-influenced surf zone at Folly Beach in Charleston Coast. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

The Washout North

Advanced

The Washout North is an Atlantic sandbar surf zone at Folly Beach in Charleston Coast. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

The Washout South

Advanced

The Washout South is an Atlantic sandbar surf zone at Folly Beach in Charleston Coast. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

Sunset session picks in Folly Beach

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

Folly Beach
beach
lower-intermediate

Folly Beach is a long barrier island south of Charleston with several fun breaks. The Washout—a stretch blown open by Hurricane Hugo—produces punchy peaks on SE‑NE swells, while the Folly Beach Pier offers long lefts on the south side. It's friendly for beginners when small but can handle good size during hurricane season.

Beach facing
E-facing (105°)
Evening access

Beach accesses are plentiful. Walk down the sand to the Washout or around the pier to find your peak.

Folly Beach Pier Northside
pier
intermediate-advanced

Folly Beach Pier Northside is a pier-influenced surf zone at Folly Beach in Charleston Coast. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

Beach facing
SE-facing (150°)
Evening access

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

Folly Beach Pier Southside
pier
intermediate-advanced

Folly Beach Pier Southside is a pier-influenced surf zone at Folly Beach in Charleston Coast. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

Beach facing
SE-facing (150°)
Evening access

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

The Washout North
beach
intermediate-advanced

The Washout North is an Atlantic sandbar surf zone at Folly Beach in Charleston Coast. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

Beach facing
SE-facing (150°)
Evening access

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

The Washout South
beach
intermediate-advanced

The Washout South is an Atlantic sandbar surf zone at Folly Beach in Charleston Coast. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

Beach facing
SE-facing (150°)
Evening access

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

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 Folly Beach

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 Folly Beach

The best sunset sessions in Folly Beach are at Folly Beach, Folly Beach Pier Northside, Folly Beach Pier Southside. 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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