Sunset sessions in Ocean City

Ocean City, New Jersey

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Ocean City can rival dawn patrol on good days. Afternoon thermals die, the crowd thins, and these 3 west-facing breaks catch the last clean sets of the day.

Sunset

7:17 PM
Golden Hour: 6:17 PM – 7:17 PM

Day length: 12h 41m

-2 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

6:36 AM

First light: 6:06 AM

Sunset

7:17 PM

Last light: 7:47 PM

Data from 1st Street Jetty · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

6:36 AM

Sunset

7:17 PM

Day Length

12h 41m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

6:37 AM

Sunset

7:15 PM

Day Length

12h 38m

Sun, Sep 13

Sunrise

6:38 AM

Sunset

7:14 PM

Day Length

12h 36m

Mon, Sep 14

Sunrise

6:38 AM

Sunset

7:12 PM

Day Length

12h 33m

Tue, Sep 15

Sunrise

6:39 AM

Sunset

7:10 PM

Day Length

12h 31m

Wed, Sep 16

Sunrise

6:40 AM

Sunset

7:09 PM

Day Length

12h 28m

Thu, Sep 17

Sunrise

6:41 AM

Sunset

7:07 PM

Day Length

12h 26m

Best sunset surf spots in Ocean City

Sunset session picks in Ocean City

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

1st Street Jetty
jetty
intermediate

The 1st Street Jetty at the north end of Ocean City produces consistent rights off the rock structure.

Evening access

North end of Ocean City, near the inlet. Walk from 1st Street beach access.

7th Street Beach
beach
intermediate

7th Street Beach is Ocean City's most iconic surf spot, home to surfing since 1967.

Evening access

Beach access at 7th Street. Designated surf beach with lifeguard hours.

Waverly Beach
beach
beginner-intermediate

Waverly Beach is the quietest of Ocean City's three designated surfing beaches, offering all-skill-level waves.

Evening access

Beach access at Waverly Avenue. Designated surf area.

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 City

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Ocean City

The best sunset sessions in Ocean City are at 1st Street Jetty, 7th Street Beach, Waverly Beach. 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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