Sun, rooftops and outdoor dining in Santa Monica
We currently track 9 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in Santa Monica, kept up to date by the community. 9 of them are in the sun right now.
Local favourites
Sunset is at 18:06 and golden hour starts at 17:32.
City snapshot
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Sunny now
10h 56min
Daylight
Find outdoor dining in Santa Monica, compare patios and rooftop bars, and check estimated sun hours before heading out. Sun estimates use the sun's position, available venue sun hours and local weather where available. Guest sun reports are separate observations, not a guarantee of sunshine at a particular table. Coverage is a selection of listed places, not every restaurant in the city. Browse free, or share a group poll to choose where to meet.
Outdoor dining and group drinks in Santa Monica
Compare listed outdoor seating, estimated sun hours and places to meet in Santa Monica.
Sun forecasts, with limits made clear
Compare estimated sun hours for 9 listed spots in Santa Monica. Calculations and venue-provided hours help with planning, but buildings, umbrellas and a table's position can change actual conditions.
Ratings where available
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Live reports from locals
Guest reports describe conditions someone observed at a venue. Where available, compare these with the forecast; a report is not a promise about your table.
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Top 10 sunny terraces in Santa Monica
The ten best sun spots in Santa Monica right now, ranked from 9 mapped terraces.
Ashland Hill
Main Street 2807
2
Sun score
HomeState
Wilshire Boulevard 720
2
Sun score
La La Land
Montana Avenue 1426
2
Sun score
Red O - Taste of Mexico
Ocean Avenue 1541
2
Sun score
Santa Monica Brew Works
Colorado Avenue 1920
2
Sun score
Starbucks
Montana Avenue 701
2
Sun score
Starbucks
Pico Boulevard 2727
2
Sun score
The Bungalow
Wilshire Boulevard 101
2
Sun score
Vito Restaurant
Ocean Park Boulevard 2807
0
Sun score
The sun score is calculated automatically from sunlit hours, how late the evening sun lasts, community ratings and check-ins, photos and how complete the listing is.
The sun in Santa Monica this week (week 44)
Here is the sun outlook for Santa Monica, 26 Oct–1 Nov. We track 9 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in the city and keep the sun hours up to date.
The best day for evening sun is Monday, when the sun sets at 18:08 after 10h 59min of daylight.
Days get 11 minutes shorter this week — by the weekend the sun sets at 17:02.
Planning after-work drinks in the sun? Aim for Monday in Santa Monica and pick a spot with sun until 18:08.
| Day | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| Monday 26 Oct Best evening | 18:08 | 10h 59min |
| Tuesday 27 Oct | 18:07 | 10h 58min |
| Wednesday 28 Oct | 18:06 | 10h 56min |
| Thursday 29 Oct | 18:05 | 10h 54min |
| Friday 30 Oct | 18:04 | 10h 52min |
| Saturday 31 Oct | 18:03 | 10h 50min |
| Sunday 1 Nov | 17:02 | 10h 48min |
The sun in Santa Monica today
Sunrise
07:11
Sun highest
12:38
Sunset
18:06
Golden hour
17:32
Daylight
10h 56min
9 spots are in the sun right now
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9 spots
Ashland Hill
Main Street 2807
HomeState
Wilshire Boulevard 720
La La Land
Montana Avenue 1426
Red O - Taste of Mexico
Ocean Avenue 1541
Santa Monica Brew Works
Colorado Avenue 1920
Starbucks
Montana Avenue 701
Starbucks
Pico Boulevard 2727
The Bungalow
Wilshire Boulevard 101
Vito Restaurant
Ocean Park Boulevard 2807
Sunset in Santa Monica month by month
How long the evening sun lasts on terraces in Santa Monica across the year.
| Month | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| January | 17:08 | 10h 8min |
| February | 17:38 | 10h 59min |
| March | 19:02 | 11h 57min |
| April | 19:26 | 13h 2min |
| May | 19:49 | 13h 56min |
| June | 20:08 | 14h 25min |
| July | 20:07 | 14h 12min |
| August | 19:42 | 13h 26min |
| September | 19:02 | 12h 24min |
| October | 18:21 | 11h 21min |
| November | 16:52 | 10h 24min |
| December | 16:47 | 9h 54min |
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Guide: sun and terraces in Santa Monica
Sun Map maps 9 outdoor spots in Santa Monica, including 0 rooftop bars and 0 beach clubs. Sun status is calculated from the real-time position of the sun and topped up with sun hours flagged by guests and owners. You see where the sun actually is right now – not just where there are outdoor tables.
Good to know
- Narrow streets lose the sun earlier – rooftop bars in Santa Monica keep it longest.
- Prefer shade? Filter on Shade for umbrellas, pergolas and awnings.
- Opening and sun hours are kept up to date by the community – flag any changes.
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FAQ – Santa Monica
- Which Santa Monica patios have sun right now?
- Browse 9 listed outdoor dining spots in Santa Monica and compare estimated sun hours. Sun calculations, recorded venue hours and local weather where available support the estimate. Guest reports are separate observations. Sunshine at a particular table is not guaranteed.
- What are the best rooftop bars in Santa Monica?
- Browse the rooftop category for Santa Monica where listings are available, then compare venue details, estimated sun hours and available ratings. Check the venue's own website for access rules and reservations.
- Is Sun Map free?
- Yes. Searching, sun hours, live conditions, ratings and directions are free, and you do not need an account. A free account adds favorites, check-ins, sun reports and friend activity.
- Does Sun Map work for shade and hot days too?
- Browse the shade category where venues have shade or shelter tags. Not every listing has these details; confirm umbrellas, covered seating and availability with the venue.
- Can I find late outdoor dining in Santa Monica?
- Compare estimated evening sun and recorded opening hours for Santa Monica venues. Sunset changes with the season, so evening sun is not always available; confirm dinner service with the venue.
- How can we choose a happy hour spot in Santa Monica?
- Choose a few venues on Sun Map, start an after-work poll and share its link by message, email or any chat. Friends can vote without an account or app. The poll chooses a meeting place, not a reservation or verified happy-hour deal; check offers directly with the venue.
- I own a restaurant in Santa Monica — how do I get listed?
- Claim your venue for free to update sun hours, hours of operation, photos, menu links and events. Verified owners appear with a claimed badge on their page.
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