Sunset sessions in Stinson Beach

Stinson Beach, California

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Stinson 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

5:02 PM
Golden Hour: 4:02 PM – 5:02 PM

Day length: 10h 12m

-2 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

6:50 AM

First light: 6:20 AM

Sunset

5:02 PM

Last light: 5:32 PM

Data from Stinson Beach · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

6:50 AM

Sunset

5:02 PM

Day Length

10h 12m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

6:51 AM

Sunset

5:01 PM

Day Length

10h 10m

Sun, Nov 15

Sunrise

6:52 AM

Sunset

5:00 PM

Day Length

10h 8m

Mon, Nov 16

Sunrise

6:53 AM

Sunset

5:00 PM

Day Length

10h 6m

Best sunset surf spots in Stinson Beach

Sunset session picks in Stinson Beach

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

Stinson Beach
beach
beginner

Long sandy beach north of San Francisco that offers gentle beach break waves for beginners when the sandbars are arranged. It gets bigger and more powerful during winter swells but is usually a mellow place to learn.

Beach facing
SW-facing (210°)
Evening access

Easy walk across the wide beach; watch for lifeguard flags indicating rip currents.

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 Stinson Beach

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Stinson Beach

The best sunset sessions in Stinson Beach are at Stinson 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.