Torrance Beach (RAT Beach)
beach
beginner
RAT Beach is a hidden gem at the south end of the Strand bike path.
Beach facing
W-facing (250°)Golden hour
Evening access
Access through official beach paths and keep beginners in the open sandy sections.
Sunset sessions in Torrance
Torrance, California
Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.
After-work glass-offs in Torrance 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
8:09 PMGolden Hour: 7:09 PM – 8:09 PM
Day length: 14h 23m
Same as yesterday
Sunrise
5:46 AM
First light: 5:16 AM
Sunset
8:09 PM
Last light: 8:39 PM
Data from Torrance Beach (RAT Beach)· Updated daily
7-Day Sun Schedule
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today(Today) | 5:46 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 23m |
| Tomorrow | 5:46 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 23m |
| Wed, Jul 1 | 5:47 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 22m |
| Thu, Jul 2 | 5:47 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 22m |
| Fri, Jul 3 | 5:48 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 21m |
| Sat, Jul 4 | 5:48 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 21m |
| Sun, Jul 5 | 5:48 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 20m |
Today(Today)
Sunrise
5:46 AM
Sunset
8:09 PM
Day Length
14h 23m
Tomorrow
Sunrise
5:46 AM
Sunset
8:09 PM
Day Length
14h 23m
Wed, Jul 1
Sunrise
5:47 AM
Sunset
8:09 PM
Day Length
14h 22m
Thu, Jul 2
Sunrise
5:47 AM
Sunset
8:09 PM
Day Length
14h 22m
Fri, Jul 3
Sunrise
5:48 AM
Sunset
8:09 PM
Day Length
14h 21m
Sat, Jul 4
Sunrise
5:48 AM
Sunset
8:09 PM
Day Length
14h 21m
Sun, Jul 5
Sunrise
5:48 AM
Sunset
8:09 PM
Day Length
14h 20m
Best sunset surf spots in Torrance
Featured Beaches
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Sunset session picks in Torrance
West-facing beaches with golden hour potential and evening access.
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 Torrance
Conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in Torrance
- The best sunset sessions in Torrance are at Torrance Beach (RAT 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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