Sunset today
Sunset in Oceanside at 6:48 PM.
Today's sunset, golden hour and sunrise for Oceanside, California, the forecast sky at sunset, and the best places in town to watch it.
Updated Sunday, September 20 at 6:50 AM (Oceanside time)
Sunset
6:48 PM
later today
Golden hour
6:16 PM
Sky at sunset
Clear
Next sunrise
6:37 AM
Mon
Best places to watch the sunset in Oceanside
Oceanside Pier
The classic. Walk out past the lifeguard tower for the sun dropping behind the water; get there 20 minutes early on weekends.
The Strand
Park once and stroll the beachfront between the pier and the harbor with the sunset in front of you the whole way.
Harbor Beach & jetties
Less crowded, with boats heading in and the jetty rocks catching the last light.
Buccaneer Beach (South O)
A small neighborhood beach with a local feel, a short walk from South O restaurants.
Want dinner after? Ask OSIDE for a sunset spot with food nearby.
Not sure what to do with it?
Ask OSIDE for a plan built on these conditions, like “sunset spot with food nearby” or “somewhere the kids can burn energy.”
Ask OSIDEQuestions
- What time is sunset in Oceanside today?
- Sunset in Oceanside today is at 6:48 PM Pacific time, with golden hour starting around 6:16 PM.
- Where is the best place to watch the sunset in Oceanside?
- The Oceanside Pier is the most popular spot. The Strand, Harbor Beach and Buccaneer Beach in South O are great alternatives with fewer crowds.
- Do clouds ruin an Oceanside sunset?
- Not usually. A few high or scattered clouds often make the colors better. A thick marine layer (common in May and June) can hide the sun completely.