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°).
Beach facing
SW-facing (229°)Golden hour
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
4:51 PMGolden Hour: 3:51 PM – 4:51 PM
Day length: 10h 29m
-2 min vs yesterday
Sunrise
6:22 AM
First light: 5:52 AM
Sunset
4:51 PM
Last light: 5:21 PM
Data from Crystal Cove · Updated daily
7-Day Sun Schedule
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today(Today) | 6:22 AM | 4:51 PM | 10h 29m |
| Tomorrow | 6:23 AM | 4:50 PM | 10h 27m |
| Sun, Nov 15 | 6:24 AM | 4:50 PM | 10h 26m |
| Mon, Nov 16 | 6:25 AM | 4:49 PM | 10h 24m |
| Tue, Nov 17 | 6:26 AM | 4:49 PM | 10h 23m |
| Wed, Nov 18 | 6:27 AM | 4:48 PM | 10h 21m |
Today(Today)
Sunrise
6:22 AM
Sunset
4:51 PM
Day Length
10h 29m
Tomorrow
Sunrise
6:23 AM
Sunset
4:50 PM
Day Length
10h 27m
Sun, Nov 15
Sunrise
6:24 AM
Sunset
4:50 PM
Day Length
10h 26m
Mon, Nov 16
Sunrise
6:25 AM
Sunset
4:49 PM
Day Length
10h 24m
Tue, Nov 17
Sunrise
6:26 AM
Sunset
4:49 PM
Day Length
10h 23m
Wed, Nov 18
Sunrise
6:27 AM
Sunset
4:48 PM
Day Length
10h 21m
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.
