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

8:09 PM
Golden Hour: 7:09 PM – 8:09 PM

Day length: 14h 23m

Same as yesterday

Sunrise

5:46 AM

First light: 5:16 AM

Sunset

8:09 PM

Last light: 8:39 PM

Data from Palos Verdes Cove· Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

5:46 AM

Sunset

8:09 PM

Day Length

14h 23m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

5:47 AM

Sunset

8:09 PM

Day Length

14h 23m

Wed, Jul 1

Sunrise

5:47 AM

Sunset

8:09 PM

Day Length

14h 22m

Thu, Jul 2

Sunrise

5:47 AM

Sunset

8:09 PM

Day Length

14h 22m

Fri, Jul 3

Sunrise

5:48 AM

Sunset

8:09 PM

Day Length

14h 21m

Sat, Jul 4

Sunrise

5:48 AM

Sunset

8:09 PM

Day Length

14h 21m

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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