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

8:06 PM
Golden Hour: 7:06 PM – 8:06 PM

Day length: 14h 22m

Same as yesterday

Sunrise

5:44 AM

First light: 5:14 AM

Sunset

8:06 PM

Last light: 8:36 PM

Data from Crystal Cove· Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

5:44 AM

Sunset

8:06 PM

Day Length

14h 22m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

5:45 AM

Sunset

8:06 PM

Day Length

14h 21m

Wed, Jul 1

Sunrise

5:45 AM

Sunset

8:06 PM

Day Length

14h 21m

Thu, Jul 2

Sunrise

5:45 AM

Sunset

8:06 PM

Day Length

14h 21m

Fri, Jul 3

Sunrise

5:46 AM

Sunset

8:06 PM

Day Length

14h 20m

Sat, Jul 4

Sunrise

5:46 AM

Sunset

8:06 PM

Day Length

14h 20m

Best sunset surf spots in Newport Coast

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Featured Beaches(1)

Crystal Cove

Beginner friendly

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 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

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

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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