Sunset sessions in Lihue

Lihue, Hawaii

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Lihue 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

5:57 PM
Golden Hour: 4:57 PM – 5:57 PM

Day length: 11h 9m

-1 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

6:48 AM

First light: 6:18 AM

Sunset

5:57 PM

Last light: 6:27 PM

Data from Kalapaki Beach · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

6:48 AM

Sunset

5:57 PM

Day Length

11h 9m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

6:48 AM

Sunset

5:57 PM

Day Length

11h 8m

Fri, Nov 13

Sunrise

6:49 AM

Sunset

5:56 PM

Day Length

11h 7m

Sat, Nov 14

Sunrise

6:50 AM

Sunset

5:56 PM

Day Length

11h 6m

Sun, Nov 15

Sunrise

6:50 AM

Sunset

5:56 PM

Day Length

11h 5m

Mon, Nov 16

Sunrise

6:51 AM

Sunset

5:55 PM

Day Length

11h 5m

Best sunset surf spots in Lihue

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Featured Beaches(1)

Kalapaki Beach

Beginner friendly

Kalapaki Beach in Līhue is a crescent of golden sand sheltered by a breakwall that tames the waves and creates calm waters perfect for swimming and learning to surf. Surfers enjoy small, fun peaks near the river mouth and harbor entrance on modest east or northeast swells. The beach fronts a resort with amenities, making it a family-friendly spot but still requiring awareness of currents near the harbor.

Sunset session picks in Lihue

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

Kalapaki Beach
beach
beginner

Kalapaki Beach in Līhue is a crescent of golden sand sheltered by a breakwall that tames the waves and creates calm waters perfect for swimming and learning to surf. Surfers enjoy small, fun peaks near the river mouth and harbor entrance on modest east or northeast swells. The beach fronts a resort with amenities, making it a family-friendly spot but still requiring awareness of currents near the harbor.

Beach facing
NE-facing (60°)
Evening access

Walk down the paved path through the resort grounds and enter the water from the sandy shoreline; avoid the rocky jetty.

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 Lihue

Conditions

Dawn Patrol
Best early morning sessions
Sunset Sessions
You're here
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 Lihue

The best sunset sessions in Lihue are at Kalapaki Beach. 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.