Sunset sessions in Surfside Beach

Surfside Beach, Texas

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Surfside 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

7:38 PM
Golden Hour: 6:38 PM – 7:38 PM

Day length: 12h 23m

+2 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

7:15 AM

First light: 6:45 AM

Sunset

7:38 PM

Last light: 8:08 PM

Data from Surfside Beach · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

7:15 AM

Sunset

7:38 PM

Day Length

12h 23m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

7:14 AM

Sunset

7:39 PM

Day Length

12h 25m

Wed, Apr 1

Sunrise

7:13 AM

Sunset

7:39 PM

Day Length

12h 26m

Thu, Apr 2

Sunrise

7:12 AM

Sunset

7:40 PM

Day Length

12h 28m

Fri, Apr 3

Sunrise

7:10 AM

Sunset

7:40 PM

Day Length

12h 30m

Best sunset surf spots in Surfside Beach

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Featured Beaches(1)

Surfside Beach

Intermediate

Surfside Beach produces some of the most consistent surf on the upper Texas coast. Deep water close to shore and long jetties allow the wave to hold double‑overhead surf, while small swells remain rideable. The best surf is about half‑mile north of the jetty near Texas Street, where the jetty blocks side‑shore winds and allows swell to wrap cleanly.

Sunset session picks in Surfside Beach

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

Surfside Beach
jetty
intermediate

Surfside Beach produces some of the most consistent surf on the upper Texas coast. Deep water close to shore and long jetties allow the wave to hold double‑overhead surf, while small swells remain rideable. The best surf is about half‑mile north of the jetty near Texas Street, where the jetty blocks side‑shore winds and allows swell to wrap cleanly.

Beach facing
E-facing (110°)
Evening access

Walk north along the beach from the jetty to reach the main peak. Use caution around slippery rocks and strong currents near the jetty.

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 Surfside Beach

Conditions

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

Style

Beginner Spots
Gentle waves for learning
Longboard Spots
Mellow waves for logging
Less Crowded
Quieter lineups & backups

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Surfside Beach

The best sunset sessions in Surfside Beach are at Surfside 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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