Sunset sessions in Waianae

Waianae, Hawaii

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Waianae 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

6:57 PM
Golden Hour: 5:57 PM – 6:57 PM

Day length: 12h 41m

-1 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

6:15 AM

First light: 5:45 AM

Sunset

6:57 PM

Last light: 7:27 PM

Data from Makaha · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

6:15 AM

Sunset

6:57 PM

Day Length

12h 41m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

6:16 AM

Sunset

6:56 PM

Day Length

12h 40m

Fri, Aug 28

Sunrise

6:16 AM

Sunset

6:55 PM

Day Length

12h 39m

Sat, Aug 29

Sunrise

6:16 AM

Sunset

6:54 PM

Day Length

12h 38m

Sun, Aug 30

Sunrise

6:16 AM

Sunset

6:53 PM

Day Length

12h 37m

Mon, Aug 31

Sunrise

6:17 AM

Sunset

6:52 PM

Day Length

12h 36m

Tue, Sep 1

Sunrise

6:17 AM

Sunset

6:51 PM

Day Length

12h 34m

Best sunset surf spots in Waianae

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Featured Beaches(1)

Makaha

Advanced

Mākaha is a historic west-side reef and point break with powerful, long rights and occasional lefts. Winter north and northwest swell can turn it into a serious big-wave venue; smaller days still demand reef awareness and respect for the established lineup.

Sunset session picks in Waianae

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

Makaha
reef
advanced

Mākaha is a historic west-side reef and point break with powerful, long rights and occasional lefts. Winter north and northwest swell can turn it into a serious big-wave venue; smaller days still demand reef awareness and respect for the established lineup.

Beach facing
SW-facing (225°)Golden hour
Evening access

Enter from the beach park and study the channel, current, and lineup before paddling. Ask lifeguards about hazards when surf is elevated.

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 Waianae

Conditions

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

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Waianae

The best sunset sessions in Waianae are at Makaha. 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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