Sunset sessions in Haleiwa

Haleiwa, Hawaii

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Haleiwa can rival dawn patrol on good days. Afternoon thermals die, the crowd thins, and these 2 west-facing breaks catch the last clean sets of the day.

Sunset

6:47 PM
Golden Hour: 5:47 PM – 6:47 PM

Day length: 12h 19m

+1 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

6:28 AM

First light: 5:58 AM

Sunset

6:47 PM

Last light: 7:17 PM

Data from Haleiwa · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

6:28 AM

Sunset

6:47 PM

Day Length

12h 19m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

6:27 AM

Sunset

6:48 PM

Day Length

12h 21m

Thu, Apr 2

Sunrise

6:26 AM

Sunset

6:48 PM

Day Length

12h 22m

Fri, Apr 3

Sunrise

6:25 AM

Sunset

6:48 PM

Day Length

12h 23m

Best sunset surf spots in Haleiwa

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Sunset session picks in Haleiwa

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

Haleiwa
river-mouth
advanced

Haleiwa is the gateway to the North Shore's Seven-Mile Miracle, offering a powerful right-hand reef wave that wraps around a river mouth. When mid-period northwest swells arrive, the outside peak produces long rippable rights with sections that get hollow and heavy; on bigger days the inside Toilet Bowl section becomes treacherous and shallow. Strong currents and crowds are common, so this spot is best left to advanced surfers.

Beach facing
NW-facing (320°)
Evening access

Paddle out through the channel next to the harbor wall; watch for outbound rip currents that can pull you toward the rocks.

Pipeline
reef
expert

Home to the famous Banzai Pipeline, one of the world's most powerful and dangerous waves. Located on Oahu's North Shore at Ehukai Beach Park, Pipeline produces heavy, barreling lefts that break over a shallow reef. The wave also features "Backdoor" rights. Only expert surfers should attempt this break due to the dangerous conditions. Best during winter months with north to northwest swells.

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 Haleiwa

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Haleiwa

The best sunset sessions in Haleiwa are at Haleiwa, Pipeline. 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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