Sunset sessions in South Kingstown

South Kingstown, Rhode Island

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in South Kingstown 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

7:57 PM
Golden Hour: 6:57 PM – 7:57 PM

Day length: 14h 28m

+2 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

5:29 AM

First light: 4:59 AM

Sunset

7:57 PM

Last light: 8:27 PM

Data from Matunuck· Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

5:29 AM

Sunset

7:57 PM

Day Length

14h 28m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

5:28 AM

Sunset

7:58 PM

Day Length

14h 30m

Sun, May 17

Sunrise

5:27 AM

Sunset

7:59 PM

Day Length

14h 32m

Mon, May 18

Sunrise

5:26 AM

Sunset

8:00 PM

Day Length

14h 34m

Tue, May 19

Sunrise

5:26 AM

Sunset

8:01 PM

Day Length

14h 36m

Best sunset surf spots in South Kingstown

Sunset session picks in South Kingstown

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

Matunuck
reef
upper-intermediate

Matunuck (Deep Hole) is a sheltered reef/point break that serves up long peeling waves ideal for longboards. It works best on southeast swells with north‑northwest winds; hazards include rocks, rip currents and undertow.

Beach facing
SE-facing (135°)
Evening access

Walk across the cobblestones and time your paddle to avoid sets; booties help protect your feet from the rocky bottom.

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 South Kingstown

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in South Kingstown

The best sunset sessions in South Kingstown are at Matunuck. 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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