Sunset sessions in Wrightsville Beach

Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Wrightsville 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

7:30 PM
Golden Hour: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Day length: 12h 27m

+3 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

7:03 AM

First light: 6:33 AM

Sunset

7:30 PM

Last light: 8:00 PM

Data from Wrightsville Beach · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

7:03 AM

Sunset

7:30 PM

Day Length

12h 27m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

7:02 AM

Sunset

7:31 PM

Day Length

12h 29m

Wed, Apr 1

Sunrise

7:01 AM

Sunset

7:31 PM

Day Length

12h 31m

Thu, Apr 2

Sunrise

6:59 AM

Sunset

7:32 PM

Day Length

12h 33m

Fri, Apr 3

Sunrise

6:58 AM

Sunset

7:33 PM

Day Length

12h 35m

Sat, Apr 4

Sunrise

6:56 AM

Sunset

7:34 PM

Day Length

12h 37m

Sun, Apr 5

Sunrise

6:55 AM

Sunset

7:34 PM

Day Length

12h 39m

Best sunset surf spots in Wrightsville Beach

Sunset session picks in Wrightsville Beach

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

Wrightsville Beach
pier
intermediate

Wrightsville Beach is a classic North Carolina surf town with a supportive surf community and multiple breaks. Crystal Pier offers reliable peaks for beginners, the South End catches larger swells and long rides, and Johnny Mercer's Pier dishes out stronger waves for advanced surfers. Water stays warm much of the year, and surf schools abound.

Beach facing
E-facing (80°)
Evening access

Use beach access points to reach the sand. The pier entrances are clearly marked; avoid restricted fishing zones when paddling out.

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 Wrightsville Beach

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Wrightsville Beach

The best sunset sessions in Wrightsville Beach are at Wrightsville 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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