Sunset sessions in Point Pleasant Beach

Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Point Pleasant 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

6:12 PM
Golden Hour: 5:12 PM – 6:12 PM

Day length: 11h 1m

-2 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

7:11 AM

First light: 6:41 AM

Sunset

6:12 PM

Last light: 6:42 PM

Data from Jenkinson’s Beach · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

7:11 AM

Sunset

6:12 PM

Day Length

11h 1m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

7:12 AM

Sunset

6:11 PM

Day Length

10h 58m

Wed, Oct 21

Sunrise

7:14 AM

Sunset

6:09 PM

Day Length

10h 56m

Thu, Oct 22

Sunrise

7:15 AM

Sunset

6:08 PM

Day Length

10h 53m

Fri, Oct 23

Sunrise

7:16 AM

Sunset

6:06 PM

Day Length

10h 51m

Sat, Oct 24

Sunrise

7:17 AM

Sunset

6:05 PM

Day Length

10h 48m

Best sunset surf spots in Point Pleasant Beach

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Featured Beaches(1)

Jenkinson’s Beach

Intermediate

Sandy Atlantic beach beside Jenkinson’s Boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach. The privately operated beach admits visitors through seasonal paid access.

Sunset session picks in Point Pleasant Beach

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

Jenkinson’s Beach
beach

Sandy Atlantic beach beside Jenkinson’s Boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach. The privately operated beach admits visitors through seasonal paid access.

Beach facing
SE-facing (115°)
Evening access

Check current daily admission or season-pass requirements. Swim only when lifeguards are on duty.

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 Point Pleasant Beach

Conditions

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

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Point Pleasant Beach

The best sunset sessions in Point Pleasant Beach are at Jenkinson’s Beach. 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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