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Sunset State Beach

A long, lightly crowded Monterey Bay sandbar that peels both lefts and rights - best when a west-SW groundswell and easterly offshore breeze line up at high tide. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Sunset State Beach in California.

Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationCalifornia, US

Forecast

Fair
  • Waves 3-4 ft
  • Period 6 s
  • Wind SE 2 kt

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The break works on west to southwest groundswell with east-to-ENE offshore winds, cleans up best around high tide or on a rising tide, and can range from waist-high on small days to overhead when the swell backs up.

Shark sightings are occasionally reported and warrant caution.

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Strong rip currents and a steep offshore drop make Sunset higher-consequence than its secluded vibe suggests.

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