Sunset sessions in Puerto Nuevo

Puerto Nuevo, Baja California

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Puerto Nuevo can rival dawn patrol on good days. Afternoon thermals die, the crowd thins, and these 3 west-facing breaks catch the last clean sets of the day.

Sunset

6:15 PM
Golden Hour: 5:15 PM – 6:15 PM

Day length: 11h 22m

-2 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

6:53 AM

First light: 6:23 AM

Sunset

6:15 PM

Last light: 6:45 PM

Data from Cantamar Settlement · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

6:53 AM

Sunset

6:15 PM

Day Length

11h 22m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

6:53 AM

Sunset

6:14 PM

Day Length

11h 21m

Sun, Oct 18

Sunrise

6:54 AM

Sunset

6:13 PM

Day Length

11h 19m

Mon, Oct 19

Sunrise

6:55 AM

Sunset

6:12 PM

Day Length

11h 17m

Best sunset surf spots in Puerto Nuevo

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Featured Beaches(3)

Cantamar Settlement

Intermediate

Cantamar is a small settlement on the free road south of Puerto Nuevo, known for the big sand dunes nearby. The beach in front picks up southwest swell and can get fast and hollow when the sandbars line up. It is an open beach, so rip currents are the main hazard.

K-40

Advanced

K-40 is a rocky reef near kilometer 40, around Puerto Nuevo, the village known for its lobster restaurants. It catches the same swells as K-38 just to the north and is usually worth a look when that spot is crowded. The reef is shallow in places, so it suits experienced surfers.

Rancho Santini

Intermediate

Rancho Santini is a beach break in the Puerto Nuevo area south of Rosarito, backed by a residential development. The sand is mixed with rock along the shore, and the quality depends on how clean the wind is more than on the tide.

Sunset session picks in Puerto Nuevo

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

Cantamar Settlement
beach
intermediate

Cantamar is a small settlement on the free road south of Puerto Nuevo, known for the big sand dunes nearby. The beach in front picks up southwest swell and can get fast and hollow when the sandbars line up. It is an open beach, so rip currents are the main hazard.

Evening access

Reached from the free road at Cantamar. Parking is informal.

K-40
reef
advanced
3.6(14)

K-40 is a rocky reef near kilometer 40, around Puerto Nuevo, the village known for its lobster restaurants. It catches the same swells as K-38 just to the north and is usually worth a look when that spot is crowded. The reef is shallow in places, so it suits experienced surfers.

Evening access

Off the free road near Puerto Nuevo. Access points are informal and can change.

Rancho Santini
beach
intermediate

Rancho Santini is a beach break in the Puerto Nuevo area south of Rosarito, backed by a residential development. The sand is mixed with rock along the shore, and the quality depends on how clean the wind is more than on the tide.

Evening access

Access is through a residential area, so public access and parking are not guaranteed. Check locally before you go.

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 Puerto Nuevo

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 Puerto Nuevo

The best sunset sessions in Puerto Nuevo are at Cantamar Settlement, K-40, Rancho Santini. 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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