Sunset sessions in Paia

Paia, Hawaii

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Paia 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

6:19 PM
Golden Hour: 5:19 PM – 6:19 PM

Day length: 12h 3m

-1 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

6:16 AM

First light: 5:46 AM

Sunset

6:19 PM

Last light: 6:49 PM

Data from Ho'okipa · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

6:16 AM

Sunset

6:19 PM

Day Length

12h 3m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

6:16 AM

Sunset

6:18 PM

Day Length

12h 2m

Tue, Sep 29

Sunrise

6:16 AM

Sunset

6:17 PM

Day Length

12h 1m

Wed, Sep 30

Sunrise

6:17 AM

Sunset

6:16 PM

Day Length

11h 59m

Thu, Oct 1

Sunrise

6:17 AM

Sunset

6:15 PM

Day Length

11h 58m

Fri, Oct 2

Sunrise

6:17 AM

Sunset

6:14 PM

Day Length

11h 57m

Sat, Oct 3

Sunrise

6:17 AM

Sunset

6:13 PM

Day Length

11h 56m

Best sunset surf spots in Paia

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Featured Beaches(1)

Ho'okipa

Advanced

Hoʻokipa Beach Park on Maui's north shore is world famous for windsurfing and kitesurfing but also has excellent surf for experts. Multiple breaks—from the right-hand Pavilions to the fast left at Lanes—offer powerful waves over a shallow reef, and the trades can quickly turn the lineup into a challenging windswept arena. Beginners should stay on the sand and watch, as currents and urchins pose real dangers.

Sunset session picks in Paia

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

Ho'okipa
reef
advanced

Hoʻokipa Beach Park on Maui's north shore is world famous for windsurfing and kitesurfing but also has excellent surf for experts. Multiple breaks—from the right-hand Pavilions to the fast left at Lanes—offer powerful waves over a shallow reef, and the trades can quickly turn the lineup into a challenging windswept arena. Beginners should stay on the sand and watch, as currents and urchins pose real dangers.

Beach facing
NE-facing (50°)
Evening access

Use the stairway down the bluff and enter through the channel near Pavilions; time your paddle between sets.

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 Paia

Conditions

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

Style

Less Crowded
Quieter lineups & backups

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Paia

The best sunset sessions in Paia are at Ho'okipa. 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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