Sunset sessions in Kapalua

Kapalua, Hawaii

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Kapalua can rival dawn patrol on good days. Afternoon thermals die, the crowd thins, and these 1 west-facing breaks catch the last clean sets of the day.

Sunset

6:41 PM
Golden Hour: 5:41 PM – 6:41 PM

Day length: 12h 19m

+1 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

6:22 AM

First light: 5:52 AM

Sunset

6:41 PM

Last light: 7:11 PM

Data from Honolua Bay · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

6:22 AM

Sunset

6:41 PM

Day Length

12h 19m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

6:21 AM

Sunset

6:41 PM

Day Length

12h 20m

Thu, Apr 2

Sunrise

6:20 AM

Sunset

6:42 PM

Day Length

12h 21m

Fri, Apr 3

Sunrise

6:19 AM

Sunset

6:42 PM

Day Length

12h 23m

Best sunset surf spots in Kapalua

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Featured Beaches(1)

Honolua Bay

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Honolua Bay on West Maui is regarded as one of the best right-hand point breaks on Earth. The wave peels along a rocky headland in several sections, offering long barreling walls when north or northwest swells wrap into the bay. Crowds of experts flock here during the winter season, and the coral reef demands precision and respect.

Sunset session picks in Kapalua

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

Honolua Bay
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advanced

Honolua Bay on West Maui is regarded as one of the best right-hand point breaks on Earth. The wave peels along a rocky headland in several sections, offering long barreling walls when north or northwest swells wrap into the bay. Crowds of experts flock here during the winter season, and the coral reef demands precision and respect.

Beach facing
NW-facing (310°)Golden hour
Evening access

Follow the trail to the shoreline and paddle out from the keyhole in the reef; beware of slippery rocks at the entry.

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 Kapalua

Conditions

Dawn Patrol
Best early morning sessions
Sunset Sessions
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Tide Windows
Optimal tidal conditions
Water Temperature
Conditions & wetsuit guide

Style

Beginner Spots
Gentle waves for learning
Longboard Spots
Mellow waves for logging
Less Crowded
Quieter lineups & backups

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Kapalua

The best sunset sessions in Kapalua are at Honolua Bay. 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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