Los Angeles County, California
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Sunset Point for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Sunset Point, Los Angeles County, California. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Tue, Jun 30: 2–3ft, 18s period, rated Poor. First light looks cleanest — 2ft on WSW swell at 8s with glassy conditions. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 14mph from the WSW and dropping conditions to poor.
Wed, Jul 1: 2–3ft, 18s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2ft waves on WSW swell at 5s and light SSE winds. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 10mph from the WSW and dropping conditions to poor.
Thu, Jul 2: 2–3ft, 17s period, rated Poor - Fair. Early morning is your best window — 2ft waves on WSW swell at 5s with light ESE winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 8mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Fri, Jul 3: 3–4ft, 18s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 3-4ft on WSW swell at 5s with light winds out of the ESE. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 8mph from the SSW and dropping conditions to poor.
Sat, Jul 4: 2–3ft, 15s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on SSW swell at 15s and calm winds. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 9mph from the SW and dropping conditions to poor.
Sunset Point is a welcoming beach break along the Los Angeles County coast that offers approachable waves for surfers of all levels. The sandy bottom provides a forgiving learning environment, while the NNE-facing exposure captures southern hemisphere swells most effectively during the fall and winter months. This spot combines accessibility with consistent conditions, making it a reliable choice when other nearby breaks are too powerful or crowded.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Sunset Point is 2ft with a 13.8s swell period. Wind is WSW at 7mph and conditions are rated Poor - Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Sunset Point is 2ft, produced by a 0.9ft SSW primary swell at 14s, a 0.9ft WSW secondary swell at 5s, a 0.4ft S tertiary swell at 10s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Sunset Point is Friday from 10 AM to 1 PM with 2ft waves, a 16.5s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Sunset Point works best with a S swell and N winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at Sunset Point. Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
Sunset Point is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Sunset Point is a welcoming beach break along the Los Angeles County coast that offers approachable waves for surfers of all levels. The sandy bottom provides a forgiving learning environment, while the NNE-facing exposure captures southern hemisphere swells most effectively during the fall and winter months. This spot combines accessibility with consistent conditions, making it a reliable choice when other nearby breaks are too powerful or crowded.
The prime season at Sunset Point is fall, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at Sunset Point include localism, occasional strong currents, pier pilings nearby. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Sunset Point forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
