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

7:10 PM
Golden Hour: 6:10 PM – 7:10 PM

Day length: 12h 26m

+2 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

6:44 AM

First light: 6:14 AM

Sunset

7:10 PM

Last light: 7:40 PM

Data from Crystal Cove · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

6:44 AM

Sunset

7:10 PM

Day Length

12h 26m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

6:42 AM

Sunset

7:11 PM

Day Length

12h 28m

Wed, Apr 1

Sunrise

6:41 AM

Sunset

7:11 PM

Day Length

12h 31m

Thu, Apr 2

Sunrise

6:39 AM

Sunset

7:12 PM

Day Length

12h 33m

Fri, Apr 3

Sunrise

6:38 AM

Sunset

7:13 PM

Day Length

12h 35m

Best sunset surf spots in Newport Coast

Sunset session picks in Newport Coast

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

Crystal Cove
beach
beginner-intermediate
3.9(16)

**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 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

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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