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

8:28 PM
Golden Hour: 7:28 PM – 8:28 PM

Day length: 14h 25m

-1 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

6:02 AM

First light: 5:32 AM

Sunset

8:28 PM

Last light: 8:58 PM

Data from Wrightsville Beach· Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

6:02 AM

Sunset

8:28 PM

Day Length

14h 25m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

6:03 AM

Sunset

8:28 PM

Day Length

14h 25m

Wed, Jul 1

Sunrise

6:03 AM

Sunset

8:28 PM

Day Length

14h 25m

Thu, Jul 2

Sunrise

6:04 AM

Sunset

8:28 PM

Day Length

14h 24m

Fri, Jul 3

Sunrise

6:04 AM

Sunset

8:28 PM

Day Length

14h 24m

Sat, Jul 4

Sunrise

6:04 AM

Sunset

8:28 PM

Day Length

14h 23m

Sun, Jul 5

Sunrise

6:05 AM

Sunset

8:27 PM

Day Length

14h 22m

Best sunset surf spots in Wrightsville Beach

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Wrightsville Beach

Beginner friendly

Wrightsville Beach is one of North Carolina's easiest places to build beginner surf reps thanks to its reliable summer beachbreak, easy public access, and soft enough shoulders on smaller swells to keep early sessions fun instead of overwhelming.

Sunset session picks in Wrightsville Beach

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

Wrightsville Beach
beach
beginner-intermediate

Wrightsville Beach is one of North Carolina's easiest places to build beginner surf reps thanks to its reliable summer beachbreak, easy public access, and soft enough shoulders on smaller swells to keep early sessions fun instead of overwhelming.

Beach facing
E-facing (80°)
Evening access

Most public accesses are a short walk over the dune line. Staying away from the pier keeps the takeoff zone friendlier for learners.

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

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

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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