Hapuna Beach (Kohala)
3.3(3)beach
beginner-intermediate
Hapuna Beach (Kohala) is a beach break in Waimea, HI. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents.
Sunset sessions in Waimea
Waimea, Hawaii
Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.
After-work glass-offs in Waimea can rival dawn patrol on good days. Afternoon thermals die, the crowd thins, and these 3 west-facing breaks catch the last clean sets of the day.
Sunset
6:17 PMGolden Hour: 5:17 PM – 6:17 PM
Day length: 12h 3m
-1 min vs yesterday
Sunrise
6:14 AM
First light: 5:44 AM
Sunset
6:17 PM
Last light: 6:47 PM
Data from Hapuna Beach (Kohala) · Updated daily
7-Day Sun Schedule
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today(Today) | 6:14 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 3m |
| Tomorrow | 6:14 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 2m |
| Tue, Sep 29 | 6:14 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 1m |
| Wed, Sep 30 | 6:14 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 0m |
| Thu, Oct 1 | 6:15 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 59m |
| Fri, Oct 2 | 6:15 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 58m |
| Sat, Oct 3 | 6:15 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 56m |
Today(Today)
Sunrise
6:14 AM
Sunset
6:17 PM
Day Length
12h 3m
Tomorrow
Sunrise
6:14 AM
Sunset
6:16 PM
Day Length
12h 2m
Tue, Sep 29
Sunrise
6:14 AM
Sunset
6:15 PM
Day Length
12h 1m
Wed, Sep 30
Sunrise
6:14 AM
Sunset
6:14 PM
Day Length
12h 0m
Thu, Oct 1
Sunrise
6:15 AM
Sunset
6:13 PM
Day Length
11h 59m
Fri, Oct 2
Sunrise
6:15 AM
Sunset
6:12 PM
Day Length
11h 58m
Sat, Oct 3
Sunrise
6:15 AM
Sunset
6:12 PM
Day Length
11h 56m
Best sunset surf spots in Waimea
Featured Beaches
3 spots
Hapuna Beach (Kohala)
Beginner friendlyHapuna Beach (Kohala) is a beach break in Waimea, HI. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents.
Kaunaoa Beach
IntermediateA crescent of white sand at Kaunaʻoa Bay beside Mauna Kea Beach Hotel.
Kekaha / Pakala (Infinities)
IntermediatePakala, also known as Infinities, is a long left-hand point break on Kauaʻi's west side near Kekaha. On summer south swells the wave peels for hundreds of meters over a shallow coral reef, making it a dream for goofy-footers who can handle the long paddle and occasional strong currents. The vibe is mellow but respect the local surfers and watch for sea urchins in the channel.
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Featured Beaches(3)
Sunset session picks in Waimea
West-facing beaches with golden hour potential and evening access.
Kaunaoa Beach
beach
A crescent of white sand at Kaunaʻoa Bay beside Mauna Kea Beach Hotel.
Evening access
Request a public beach parking pass at the resort entrance; spaces are limited.
Kekaha / Pakala (Infinities)
point
intermediate
Pakala, also known as Infinities, is a long left-hand point break on Kauaʻi's west side near Kekaha. On summer south swells the wave peels for hundreds of meters over a shallow coral reef, making it a dream for goofy-footers who can handle the long paddle and occasional strong currents. The vibe is mellow but respect the local surfers and watch for sea urchins in the channel.
Beach facing
SW-facing (240°)Golden hour
Evening access
Follow the footpath through the trees to the shoreline and paddle out from the small beach; the paddle to the lineup is long, so conserve energy.
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 Waimea
Conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in Waimea
- The best sunset sessions in Waimea are at Hapuna Beach (Kohala), Kaunaoa Beach, Kekaha / Pakala (Infinities). 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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