Tonight · Malibu
A middling sunset
Golden hour 7:34 PM–8:11 PM·sunset 8:11 PM
Begins soon
Tonight's sunset score is about 5 out of 10 (estimated).
Why this score?
An average showing — held back by humid, hazy air. — US National Weather Service, today
The sun sets at 296° — WNW on the compass.
Where to stand
- Directions →
El Matador State Beach
Sea caves and rock arches silhouetted against a blazing Pacific sunset. - Directions →
Point Dume
A headland bluff with sweeping coastline views and the sun over the water.
Make an evening of itPartner picks
⛵️Sunset cruises & tours nearbyGolden-hour departuresSee times →via Viator🍽Book a patio table for sunsetGolden-hour seatingReserve →via OpenTable📷Golden-hour photo kitCPL filter + travel tripodShop →via Amazon
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Go outside. The sky is doing something.
Updated Friday, July 3, 2026