Hanalei Bay (Kauai)
3.3(3)point
advanced
**Hanalei Bay** (Kauai) offers scenic North Shore point break rated 7/10. Main break is long right point on eastern side of crescent bay breaking up to 300 yards over lava reef.
Sunset sessions in Hanalei
Hanalei, Hawaii
Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.
After-work glass-offs in Hanalei 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
6:53 PMGolden Hour: 5:53 PM – 6:53 PM
Day length: 12h 19m
+2 min vs yesterday
Sunrise
6:34 AM
First light: 6:04 AM
Sunset
6:53 PM
Last light: 7:23 PM
Data from Hanalei Bay (Kauai) · Updated daily
7-Day Sun Schedule
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today(Today) | 6:34 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 19m |
| Tomorrow | 6:33 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 20m |
| Wed, Apr 1 | 6:32 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 21m |
| Thu, Apr 2 | 6:31 AM | 6:54 PM | 12h 22m |
| Fri, Apr 3 | 6:30 AM | 6:54 PM | 12h 24m |
Today(Today)
Sunrise
6:34 AM
Sunset
6:53 PM
Day Length
12h 19m
Tomorrow
Sunrise
6:33 AM
Sunset
6:53 PM
Day Length
12h 20m
Wed, Apr 1
Sunrise
6:32 AM
Sunset
6:53 PM
Day Length
12h 21m
Thu, Apr 2
Sunrise
6:31 AM
Sunset
6:54 PM
Day Length
12h 22m
Fri, Apr 3
Sunrise
6:30 AM
Sunset
6:54 PM
Day Length
12h 24m
Best sunset surf spots in Hanalei
Featured Beaches
2 spots
Hanalei Bay (Kauai)
AdvancedHanalei Bay (Kauai) offers scenic North Shore point break rated 7/10. Main break is long right point on eastern side of crescent bay breaking up to 300 yards over lava reef.
Hanalei (Wainiha) — Colony Resort
AdvancedHanalei (Wainiha) — Colony Resort is a reef/point break in Hanalei, HI. It is suited for intermediate-advanced surfers. Watch out for strong currents, shallow reef on low tide.
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Featured Beaches(2)
Sunset session picks in Hanalei
West-facing beaches with golden hour potential and evening access.
Hanalei (Wainiha) — Colony Resort
4.5(2)reef/point
intermediate-advanced
Hanalei (Wainiha) — Colony Resort is a reef/point break in Hanalei, HI. It is suited for intermediate-advanced surfers. Watch out for strong currents, shallow reef on low tide.
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 Hanalei
Conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in Hanalei
- The best sunset sessions in Hanalei are at Hanalei Bay (Kauai), Hanalei (Wainiha) — Colony Resort. 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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