Sunset Point Surf Forecast, Los Angeles County, California
LiveLos Angeles County, California
Current Conditions
Very PoorWave Height
0-1ft
flat to ankle high
Swell Period
14.4s
Wind
6mph
WNW / Gusts 9mph
Conditions
Very Poor
Active Swells
Primary
0.7ft @ 11sSSW
Secondary
0.5ft @ 14sSW
Nearby Webcams
Daily Forecast
3 of 5 daysTue, Mar 310-1ft
Very Poor6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 10-1ft
Very PoorPretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with light NW winds.
6am9am12pm3pm
11s S|4-5mph W
Thu, Apr 21-2ft
PoorA slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with light W winds.
6am9am12pm3pm
5s WSW|4-6mph NW
Forecast Charts
Sunset Point Surf Spot Guide
Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
S
Best Wind
N
Season
Fall
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.
LocalismOccasional strong currentsPier pilings nearby
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
Sunset Point Surf Forecast FAQ
What is the current surf forecast for Sunset Point?
The current wave height at Sunset Point is 0-1ft with a 14.4s swell period. Wind is WNW at 6mph. Conditions are rated Very Poor.
How accurate is the Sunset Point surf forecast?
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.
What is the breaking wave height at Sunset Point?
The current breaking wave height at Sunset Point is 0-1ft, produced by a 0.7ft SSW primary swell at 11s, a 0.5ft SW secondary swell at 14s. 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.
When is the best time to surf Sunset Point?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Sunset Point is Thursday from 5 PM to 8 PM with 2ft waves, a 12.55s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.