Los Angeles County, California
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.
Sat, May 16: 1–2ft, 15s period, rated Poor. Patience pays off today — morning is poor with 1-2ft. Later in the day looks more promising — 2-3ft and fair.
Sun, May 17: 1–2ft, 15s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with 7mph from the E.
Mon, May 18: 1–2ft, 13s period, rated Poor. Early morning is your best window — 2-3ft waves on WSW swell at 7s with gentle ESE breeze. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.
Tue, May 19: 0–1ft, 15s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with barely a breath of wind. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 11mph.
Wed, May 20: 0–1ft, 14s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with calm winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 9mph by PM.
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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 1-2ft with a 13.45s swell period. Wind is WSW at 1mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Sunset Point is 1-2ft, produced by a 1.1ft SSW primary swell at 13s, a 0.9ft WSW secondary swell at 6s, a 0.7ft W tertiary swell at 9s. 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 Monday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 12.8s swell period, and conditions rated 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
