Sunset sessions in Jacksonville Beach

Jacksonville Beach, Florida

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Jacksonville Beach 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

6:54 PM
Golden Hour: 5:54 PM – 6:54 PM

Day length: 11h 24m

-2 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

7:29 AM

First light: 6:59 AM

Sunset

6:54 PM

Last light: 7:24 PM

Data from 8th Ave South · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

7:29 AM

Sunset

6:54 PM

Day Length

11h 24m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

7:30 AM

Sunset

6:52 PM

Day Length

11h 22m

Mon, Oct 19

Sunrise

7:31 AM

Sunset

6:51 PM

Day Length

11h 21m

Tue, Oct 20

Sunrise

7:32 AM

Sunset

6:50 PM

Day Length

11h 19m

Wed, Oct 21

Sunrise

7:32 AM

Sunset

6:49 PM

Day Length

11h 17m

Thu, Oct 22

Sunrise

7:33 AM

Sunset

6:48 PM

Day Length

11h 15m

Best sunset surf spots in Jacksonville Beach

Sunset session picks in Jacksonville Beach

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

8th Ave South
beach
intermediate

8th Ave South is an Atlantic sandbar surf zone at Jacksonville Beach in Northeast Florida. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

Beach facing
E-facing (80°)
Evening access

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

Jacksonville Beach Pier juts into the Atlantic and collects swell on both sides. The sandbars around the pier produce forgiving peaks that are perfect for learning and longboarding, though they can pack a punch during hurricane season. It's a community gathering spot with a friendly vibe.

Beach facing
E-facing (85°)
Evening access

Walk along the beach to the north or south side of the pier; avoid paddling under the pier where lines and hooks dangle.

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 Jacksonville Beach

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Jacksonville Beach

The best sunset sessions in Jacksonville Beach are at 8th Ave South, Jacksonville 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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