Sunset sessions in Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach, California

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Ocean Beach 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

4:50 PM
Golden Hour: 3:50 PM – 4:50 PM

Day length: 10h 32m

-1 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

6:18 AM

First light: 5:48 AM

Sunset

4:50 PM

Last light: 5:20 PM

Data from Avalanche · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

6:18 AM

Sunset

4:50 PM

Day Length

10h 32m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

6:19 AM

Sunset

4:50 PM

Day Length

10h 30m

Sun, Nov 15

Sunrise

6:20 AM

Sunset

4:49 PM

Day Length

10h 29m

Mon, Nov 16

Sunrise

6:21 AM

Sunset

4:48 PM

Day Length

10h 28m

Tue, Nov 17

Sunrise

6:22 AM

Sunset

4:48 PM

Day Length

10h 26m

Wed, Nov 18

Sunrise

6:23 AM

Sunset

4:47 PM

Day Length

10h 25m

Best sunset surf spots in Ocean Beach

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Featured Beaches(1)

Avalanche

Advanced

Avalanche is a beach break in San Diego, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.

Sunset session picks in Ocean Beach

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

Avalanche
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intermediate-advanced
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Avalanche is a beach break in San Diego, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.

Beach facing
W-facing (260°)Golden hour
Evening access

Access is via the Sunset Cliffs natural stairways and trails south of Ocean Beach. The main entry point is off Sunset Cliffs Blvd near Ladera Street—look for the worn dirt trail down the bluff. The descent is steep, rocky, and can be slippery when wet. No handrails, no official path. You need to scramble over rocks to reach the water. Not accessible for anyone with mobility limitations. No facilities—use the restrooms at Sunset Cliffs Park to the north before heading down.

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 Ocean Beach

Conditions

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

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Ocean Beach

The best sunset sessions in Ocean Beach are at Avalanche. 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.