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Sunset Beach is a BeachFinder spot in US-W, US. Today, compare wind 8 km/h · NE, uv 6.5, waves 0.1 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 80/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
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8 km/h · NE
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6.5
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0.1 m
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Last updated: Aug 14, 11:30 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 80/100
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Updated: Aug 14, 11:30 PM
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Air temp
15°C
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15°C
UV index
6.5
Wind
8 km/h · NE
Gust 15 km/h
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0.1 m
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Sunset Beach
Sunset Beach extends along the coast of Puget Sound in Washington State, in immediate proximity to the Seattle metropolitan area. Located about 0.6 km from Olympic Beach, this beach occupies a segment of the northwestern American coastline characterized by cold, deep waters, coniferous forests descending to the shore, and a maritime atmosphere typical of the North Pacific. Puget Sound, an arm of the sea formed by glaciers, shapes a coastal environment here where tides play a decisive role in access and the appearance of the shores. The beach consists of pebbles and stones, a common surface for Puget Sound coastlines formed by glacial erosion. Unlike Olympic Beach, located less than a kilometer away, Sunset Beach offers a wilder, less developed character. The shore, exposed to westerly winds and Pacific swells, features accumulations of driftwood and smooth rocks shaped by decades of marine action. At low tide, additional rocky areas emerge, revealing tide pools rich in marine life. The absence of major infrastructure preserves a certain intimacy, although the proximity of other beaches within a 6-kilometer radius—notably US-W Beach at 3.4 km—confirms the sector's relative accessibility. No lifeguard services are provided on site. Accessibility for people with reduced mobility is not arranged. Sunset Beach does not have Blue Flag status. Visitors should bring their personal equipment and anticipate the changing weather conditions characteristic of this northern latitude, where currents and waves require constant caution.
About this spot
The name "Sunset Beach" evokes the spectacular sunsets that Puget Sound offers in the late afternoon, particularly in autumn and winter when the sun disappears behind the mountain ranges to the west. This coastal region, sculpted by glaciers from the last ice age, bears the deep geological imprint of the Quaternary. The pebbles and stones that make up the shore come from the dismantling of glacial moraines, a process that accelerated about 12,000 years ago. For local residents, these Puget Sound beaches embody the essence of the Pacific Northwest: a raw, damp environment where nature predominates over mass tourist development.
Updated 5/9/2026
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How windy is Sunset Beach today?
8 km/h · NE. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Sunset Beach?
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