Sunset sessions in Palos Verdes

Palos Verdes, California

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Palos Verdes 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

7:47 PM
Golden Hour: 6:47 PM – 7:47 PM

Day length: 13h 53m

+1 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

5:54 AM

First light: 5:24 AM

Sunset

7:47 PM

Last light: 8:17 PM

Data from Palos Verdes Cove· Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

5:54 AM

Sunset

7:47 PM

Day Length

13h 53m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

5:54 AM

Sunset

7:48 PM

Day Length

13h 55m

Sun, May 17

Sunrise

5:53 AM

Sunset

7:49 PM

Day Length

13h 56m

Mon, May 18

Sunrise

5:52 AM

Sunset

7:50 PM

Day Length

13h 58m

Tue, May 19

Sunrise

5:52 AM

Sunset

7:50 PM

Day Length

13h 59m

Best sunset surf spots in Palos Verdes

Sunset session picks in Palos Verdes

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

Palos Verdes Cove
reef
upper-intermediate

Palos Verdes Cove encompasses several reef breaks along the PV coastline.

Beach facing
SW-facing (240°)Golden hour
Evening access

Multiple access points via trails. Research your specific break before going.

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 Palos Verdes

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Palos Verdes

The best sunset sessions in Palos Verdes are at Palos Verdes Cove. 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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