Sunset sessions in Melbourne Beach

Melbourne Beach, Florida

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Melbourne 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

7:38 PM
Golden Hour: 6:38 PM – 7:38 PM

Day length: 12h 22m

+2 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

7:16 AM

First light: 6:46 AM

Sunset

7:38 PM

Last light: 8:08 PM

Data from Sebastian Inlet · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

7:16 AM

Sunset

7:38 PM

Day Length

12h 22m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

7:15 AM

Sunset

7:39 PM

Day Length

12h 24m

Wed, Apr 1

Sunrise

7:14 AM

Sunset

7:39 PM

Day Length

12h 25m

Thu, Apr 2

Sunrise

7:13 AM

Sunset

7:40 PM

Day Length

12h 27m

Fri, Apr 3

Sunrise

7:12 AM

Sunset

7:40 PM

Day Length

12h 29m

Best sunset surf spots in Melbourne Beach

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Featured Beaches(2)

Sebastian Inlet

Intermediate

Florida's most consistent and high‑performance wave, Sebastian Inlet fires when groundswell wraps around the jetty. First Peak delivers fast, hollow rights over a shallow rock‑sand bottom, while Monster Hole (a shoal 1/3 mile offshore) holds bigger, more powerful surf. Intermediate surfers can score world‑class rides when they respect the lineup.

Spanish House

Intermediate

Spanish House is the first parking area north of Sebastian Inlet and is named after a long‑demolished Spanish‑style home. A shallow coquina reef and sandbar give the wave extra push, producing punchy top‑to‑bottom barrels on strong swell. It's a challenging wave suited to upper‑intermediate surfers.

Sunset session picks in Melbourne Beach

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

Sebastian Inlet
inlet
intermediate

Florida's most consistent and high‑performance wave, Sebastian Inlet fires when groundswell wraps around the jetty. First Peak delivers fast, hollow rights over a shallow rock‑sand bottom, while Monster Hole (a shoal 1/3 mile offshore) holds bigger, more powerful surf. Intermediate surfers can score world‑class rides when they respect the lineup.

Beach facing
E-facing (75°)
Evening access

Walk north along the rock jetty to reach First Peak; use caution on slippery rocks. Paddling to Monster Hole requires a long paddle across the inlet.

Spanish House
reef
upper-intermediate

Spanish House is the first parking area north of Sebastian Inlet and is named after a long‑demolished Spanish‑style home. A shallow coquina reef and sandbar give the wave extra push, producing punchy top‑to‑bottom barrels on strong swell. It's a challenging wave suited to upper‑intermediate surfers.

Beach facing
E-facing (80°)
Evening access

Cross Highway A1A carefully and follow the sandy trail through the vegetation to the beach. Beware of heavy mosquito population after rains.

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 Melbourne Beach

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 Melbourne Beach

The best sunset sessions in Melbourne Beach are at Sebastian Inlet, Spanish House. 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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