Sunset sessions in Huntington Beach

Huntington Beach, California

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Huntington Beach can rival dawn patrol on good days. Afternoon thermals die, the crowd thins, and these 7 west-facing breaks catch the last clean sets of the day.

Sunset

8:07 PM
Golden Hour: 7:07 PM – 8:07 PM

Day length: 14h 23m

Same as yesterday

Sunrise

5:44 AM

First light: 5:14 AM

Sunset

8:07 PM

Last light: 8:37 PM

Data from Goldenwest· Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

5:44 AM

Sunset

8:07 PM

Day Length

14h 23m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

5:45 AM

Sunset

8:07 PM

Day Length

14h 22m

Tue, Jun 30

Sunrise

5:45 AM

Sunset

8:07 PM

Day Length

14h 22m

Wed, Jul 1

Sunrise

5:46 AM

Sunset

8:07 PM

Day Length

14h 22m

Thu, Jul 2

Sunrise

5:46 AM

Sunset

8:07 PM

Day Length

14h 21m

Fri, Jul 3

Sunrise

5:46 AM

Sunset

8:07 PM

Day Length

14h 21m

Sat, Jul 4

Sunrise

5:47 AM

Sunset

8:07 PM

Day Length

14h 20m

Best sunset surf spots in Huntington Beach

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Sunset session picks in Huntington Beach

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

Goldenwest
beach
beginner-intermediate
3.9(17)

North HB Streets is a beach break in Huntington Beach, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.

Evening access

Primary public access is from the Goldenwest/Seapoint blufftop corridor via stairs or ramps down to the beach.

HB Cliffs
beach
intermediate
3.7(17)

HB Cliffs is a beach break in Huntington Beach, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.

Evening access

Check current path conditions because the city documented bluff-related path narrowing in this corridor.

Huntington Beach Pier
jetty
intermediate-advanced
4.2(6)

Huntington Beach Pier is a jetty break in Huntington Beach, CA. It is suited for intermediate-advanced surfers. Watch out for rip currents, rocks, strong currents, pollution.

3.6(14)

Huntington Beach Pier Northside is a jetty break in Huntington Beach, CA. It is suited for intermediate-advanced surfers. Watch out for rip currents, rocks, strong currents, pollution.

Evening access

Stay well clear of pier pilings and the main rotation.

4.1(17)

Huntington Beach Pier Southside is a jetty break in Huntington Beach, CA. It is suited for intermediate-advanced surfers. Watch out for rip currents, rocks, strong currents, pollution.

Evening access

Use the south-beach access points and keep beginners well away from the main southside takeoff.

Huntington St.
beach
intermediate
3.8(17)

Huntington St. is a beach break in Huntington Beach, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.

Evening access

Access from the Huntington Street side of the municipal lot is straightforward, but convenience alone does not make this a beginner recommendation.

Huntington State Beach
beach
beginner-intermediate
4.0(17)

Huntington State Beach is a beach break in Huntington Beach, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.

Evening access

Use the marked ramps and multi-use trail crossings rather than cutting across traffic lanes or berms.

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 Huntington Beach

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Huntington Beach

The best sunset sessions in Huntington Beach are at Goldenwest, HB Cliffs, Huntington Beach Pier. 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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