Sunset sessions in Pacific Beach

Pacific Beach, Washington

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Pacific 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

7:08 PM
Golden Hour: 6:08 PM – 7:08 PM

Day length: 11h 58m

-4 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

7:10 AM

First light: 6:40 AM

Sunset

7:08 PM

Last light: 7:38 PM

Data from Seabrook (Pacific Beach area) · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

7:10 AM

Sunset

7:08 PM

Day Length

11h 58m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

7:11 AM

Sunset

7:06 PM

Day Length

11h 55m

Tue, Sep 29

Sunrise

7:12 AM

Sunset

7:04 PM

Day Length

11h 52m

Wed, Sep 30

Sunrise

7:14 AM

Sunset

7:02 PM

Day Length

11h 48m

Thu, Oct 1

Sunrise

7:15 AM

Sunset

7:00 PM

Day Length

11h 45m

Fri, Oct 2

Sunrise

7:16 AM

Sunset

6:58 PM

Day Length

11h 42m

Sat, Oct 3

Sunrise

7:18 AM

Sunset

6:56 PM

Day Length

11h 38m

Best sunset surf spots in Pacific Beach

Sunset session picks in Pacific Beach

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

Seabrook (Pacific Beach area)
beach
beginner-intermediate
3.7(3)

Popular beachbreak near Crystal Pier with consistent waves year-round. Best for beginners and intermediates, with plenty of peaks to spread out. The crowd can be heavy with surf schools and rentals, especially on weekends. Parking is challenging but the easy access and amenities make it a go-to spot for many San Diego surfers.

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 Pacific Beach

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Pacific Beach

The best sunset sessions in Pacific Beach are at Seabrook (Pacific Beach area). 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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