204s
3.6(15)beach
beginner-intermediate
204s is a beach break in San Clemente, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.
Beach facing
W-facing (270°)Golden hour
Sunset sessions in San Clemente
San Clemente, California
Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.
After-work glass-offs in San Clemente can rival dawn patrol on good days. Afternoon thermals die, the crowd thins, and these 6 west-facing breaks catch the last clean sets of the day.
Sunset
7:09 PMGolden Hour: 6:09 PM – 7:09 PM
Day length: 12h 26m
+2 min vs yesterday
Sunrise
6:43 AM
First light: 6:13 AM
Sunset
7:09 PM
Last light: 7:39 PM
Data from 204s · Updated daily
7-Day Sun Schedule
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today(Today) | 6:43 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 26m |
| Tomorrow | 6:41 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 28m |
| Wed, Apr 1 | 6:40 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 30m |
| Thu, Apr 2 | 6:39 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 32m |
| Fri, Apr 3 | 6:37 AM | 7:12 PM | 12h 35m |
Today(Today)
Sunrise
6:43 AM
Sunset
7:09 PM
Day Length
12h 26m
Tomorrow
Sunrise
6:41 AM
Sunset
7:10 PM
Day Length
12h 28m
Wed, Apr 1
Sunrise
6:40 AM
Sunset
7:11 PM
Day Length
12h 30m
Thu, Apr 2
Sunrise
6:39 AM
Sunset
7:11 PM
Day Length
12h 32m
Fri, Apr 3
Sunrise
6:37 AM
Sunset
7:12 PM
Day Length
12h 35m
Best sunset surf spots in San Clemente
Featured Beaches
6 spots
204s
Beginner friendly204s is a beach break in San Clemente, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.
Old Man's (SanO)
Beginner friendlySan Onofre State Beach represents California's surf culture birthplace, the "Waikiki of California" with gentle longboard waves rated 6/10 for consistency but 4/10 for performance.
Poche Beach
Beginner friendlyPoche Beach is a beach break in San Clemente, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.
San Clemente Pier, Northside
AdvancedSan Clemente Pier, Northside is a jetty break in San Clemente, CA. It is suited for intermediate-advanced surfers. Watch out for rip currents, rocks, strong currents, pollution.
San Clemente State Beach
Beginner friendlySan Clemente State Beach is a beach break in San Clemente, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.
T-Street
Beginner friendlyT-Street (Trafalgar Canyon) provides year-round consistency rated 7/10, working on any tide with southwest swells (160-250°, center 215°).
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Featured Beaches(6)
Sunset session picks in San Clemente
West-facing beaches with golden hour potential and evening access.
Old Man's (SanO)
3.0(1)beach
beginner
**San Onofre State Beach** represents California's surf culture birthplace, the "Waikiki of California" with gentle longboard waves rated 6/10 for consistency but 4/10 for performance.
Evening access
Direct beach parking available ($15 day pass)
Poche Beach
3.7(15)beach
beginner-intermediate
Poche Beach is a beach break in San Clemente, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.
San Clemente Pier, Northside
4.2(18)jetty
intermediate-advanced
San Clemente Pier, Northside is a jetty break in San Clemente, CA. It is suited for intermediate-advanced surfers. Watch out for rip currents, rocks, strong currents, pollution.
San Clemente State Beach
3.6(17)beach
beginner-intermediate
San Clemente State Beach is a beach break in San Clemente, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.
T-Street
3.8(17)beach
beginner-intermediate
**T-Street** (Trafalgar Canyon) provides year-round consistency rated 7/10, working on any tide with southwest swells (160-250°, center 215°).
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 San Clemente
Conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in San Clemente
- The best sunset sessions in San Clemente are at 204s, Old Man's (SanO), Poche 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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