Sunset sessions in Kahuku

Kahuku, Hawaii

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Kahuku 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

6:55 PM
Golden Hour: 5:55 PM – 6:55 PM

Day length: 12h 41m

-1 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

6:15 AM

First light: 5:45 AM

Sunset

6:55 PM

Last light: 7:25 PM

Data from Backyards · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

6:15 AM

Sunset

6:55 PM

Day Length

12h 41m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

6:15 AM

Sunset

6:54 PM

Day Length

12h 39m

Sat, Aug 29

Sunrise

6:15 AM

Sunset

6:53 PM

Day Length

12h 38m

Sun, Aug 30

Sunrise

6:16 AM

Sunset

6:53 PM

Day Length

12h 37m

Mon, Aug 31

Sunrise

6:16 AM

Sunset

6:52 PM

Day Length

12h 36m

Tue, Sep 1

Sunrise

6:16 AM

Sunset

6:51 PM

Day Length

12h 35m

Best sunset surf spots in Kahuku

Sunset session picks in Kahuku

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

Backyards
reef
advanced

Backyards is a broad reef zone east of Sunset with multiple powerful peaks and exposure to north and northeast swell. The open playing field can look inviting, but currents, shifting peaks, and shallow reef require advanced judgment.

Beach facing
NE-facing (30°)
Evening access

Enter only through confirmed public access and study the current because the lineup spans a wide reef.

Velzyland
reef
advanced

Velzyland is a fast North Shore right that can deliver clean barrels and high-performance walls over shallow reef. The takeoff is compact and the wave becomes demanding as winter swell grows.

Beach facing
N-facing (15°)
Evening access

Follow a confirmed public route, avoid private land, and watch the current and reef before paddling.

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 Kahuku

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Kahuku

The best sunset sessions in Kahuku are at Backyards, Velzyland. 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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