Sunset sessions in Moss Landing

Moss Landing, California

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Moss Landing 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

8:03 PM
Golden Hour: 7:03 PM – 8:03 PM

Day length: 13h 41m

-2 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

6:23 AM

First light: 5:53 AM

Sunset

8:03 PM

Last light: 8:33 PM

Data from Moss Landing· Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

6:23 AM

Sunset

8:03 PM

Day Length

13h 41m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

6:24 AM

Sunset

8:02 PM

Day Length

13h 39m

Sat, Aug 15

Sunrise

6:24 AM

Sunset

8:01 PM

Day Length

13h 37m

Sun, Aug 16

Sunrise

6:25 AM

Sunset

8:00 PM

Day Length

13h 35m

Mon, Aug 17

Sunrise

6:26 AM

Sunset

7:59 PM

Day Length

13h 33m

Tue, Aug 18

Sunrise

6:27 AM

Sunset

7:57 PM

Day Length

13h 31m

Best sunset surf spots in Moss Landing

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Featured Beaches(1)

Moss Landing

Advanced

Consistent exposed beach break near the Moss Landing harbor and river area. It often works, with winter favored and ESE wind plus NW swell as the model.

Sunset session picks in Moss Landing

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

Moss Landing
beach
intermediate-advanced

Consistent exposed beach break near the Moss Landing harbor and river area. It often works, with winter favored and ESE wind plus NW swell as the model.

Beach facing
W-facing (290°)Golden hour
Evening access

Scout currents, wind, and sandbars before paddling. Conditions can be stronger than they look from the lot.

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 Moss Landing

Conditions

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

Style

Less Crowded
Quieter lineups & backups

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Moss Landing

The best sunset sessions in Moss Landing are at Moss Landing. 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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