There are few things more magical than watching an ocean sunrise as it dissipates the night with its golden hues. As New Smyrna Beach is a Florida east coast town, its shore is privy to a breathtaking view every morning. Even those who are not early risers make an exception to see NSBâs sunrise! Discover below what time to set your alarm, where to see the New Smyrna Beach sunrise, and the best ways to enjoy it.
What Time is Sunrise in NSB?
New Smyrna Beachâs ocean sunrises make their debut early! In the summer, sunrise is between 6:20AM â" 7AM depending on the month. In the winter, sunrise is between 7AM â" 7:30AM which works out better for those that struggle with an early wake up call. It is always best to check the exact time the night before as it can vary a few minutes; see NSBâs sunrise schedule.
NSB provides the best of both worlds as you can also enjoy a waterfront sunset (without traveling to the gulf coast!). As New Smyrna Beach is a barrier island, you can watch the sunset over the serene Halifax river. For the best viewing, we recommend renting kayaks at JBâs Fish Camp and launching from there to watch the Florida sunset on the horizon.
Where to See the Sunrise
While you can watch NSBâs sunrise from almost any spot on the sand, there are a few places that make for the best viewing experience. From the comfort of your own getaway to the national seashore, find the best spots to see New Smyrnaâs morning show.
Oceanfront Vacation Rental
Is there anything more luxurious than having the ocean as your backyard? When you book a direct oceanfront vacation rental, you get exclusive 24/7 views of the Atlantic. Most of our condos and homes have oceanfront views not only from the balcony, but also from the living room, kitchen, and even bedrooms!
We recommend staying in an oceanfront condo on a higher floor for the best sunrise view. You wonât have to walk but a few feet to the balcony to watch the sky turn pink. Those that cannot bear the idea of getting up so early can easily watch the sunrise from the coziness of bed. Most of our oceanfront condos have primary bedrooms that look directly onto the water!