Crystal Cove
3.9(16)beach
beginner-intermediate
**Crystal Cove** offers scenic but fickle left point/reef rated 5/10, working on south to southwest swells (170-230°, center 200°) with northeast winds (45°).
Sunset sessions in Newport Coast
Newport Coast, California
Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.
After-work glass-offs in Newport Coast 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
6:43 PMGolden Hour: 5:43 PM – 6:43 PM
Day length: 11h 59m
-2 min vs yesterday
Sunrise
6:44 AM
First light: 6:14 AM
Sunset
6:43 PM
Last light: 7:13 PM
Data from Crystal Cove · Updated daily
7-Day Sun Schedule
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today(Today) | 6:44 AM | 6:43 PM | 11h 59m |
| Tomorrow | 6:44 AM | 6:41 PM | 11h 57m |
| Wed, Sep 30 | 6:45 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 55m |
| Thu, Oct 1 | 6:46 AM | 6:38 PM | 11h 53m |
| Fri, Oct 2 | 6:46 AM | 6:37 PM | 11h 51m |
| Sat, Oct 3 | 6:47 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 49m |
Today(Today)
Sunrise
6:44 AM
Sunset
6:43 PM
Day Length
11h 59m
Tomorrow
Sunrise
6:44 AM
Sunset
6:41 PM
Day Length
11h 57m
Wed, Sep 30
Sunrise
6:45 AM
Sunset
6:40 PM
Day Length
11h 55m
Thu, Oct 1
Sunrise
6:46 AM
Sunset
6:38 PM
Day Length
11h 53m
Fri, Oct 2
Sunrise
6:46 AM
Sunset
6:37 PM
Day Length
11h 51m
Sat, Oct 3
Sunrise
6:47 AM
Sunset
6:36 PM
Day Length
11h 49m
Best sunset surf spots in Newport Coast
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Sunset session picks in Newport Coast
West-facing beaches with golden hour potential and evening access.
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 Newport Coast
Conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in Newport Coast
- The best sunset sessions in Newport Coast are at Crystal Cove. 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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