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 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 PMDay 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
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today(Today) | 7:10 AM | 7:08 PM | 11h 58m |
| Tomorrow | 7:11 AM | 7:06 PM | 11h 55m |
| Tue, Sep 29 | 7:12 AM | 7:04 PM | 11h 52m |
| Wed, Sep 30 | 7:14 AM | 7:02 PM | 11h 48m |
| Thu, Oct 1 | 7:15 AM | 7:00 PM | 11h 45m |
| Fri, Oct 2 | 7:16 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 42m |
| Sat, Oct 3 | 7:18 AM | 6:56 PM | 11h 38m |
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
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Sunset session picks in Pacific Beach
West-facing beaches with golden hour potential and evening access.
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
Conditions
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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