I decided to dust off this old blog and update it after I had a conversation with a guest about sunsets. They were staying in Santa Rosa Beach and asked the question posed by this blog, "What is the best time of year to watch a sunset in Santa Rosa Beach [or Gulf Shores]?" OK, so I added the Gulf Shores part, because the information is the same. My answer was simple. "The best time of year to watch a sunset in Santa Rosa Beach [or Gulf Shores] is the late fall through the early spring. During that time, even though the weather may be a little cooler, the sun sets directly over the water. This time of year is the only time that the sun will set over the water. She looked at me and without a pause said, "what if I want to wear my bikini?" Well that changes things! For me, the sunset being over the water was a clincher. But for her, being comfortable in her bathing suit under a setting sun was better. So, in response to this question I'm going to discuss the best time of year to watch a sunset in Santa Rosa Beach or Gulf Shores; and include information about what makes each time so good.
Winter is The Best Time of Year to Watch a Sunset in Santa Rosa Beach or Gulf Shores.
If you're on Instagram, search sunset. Most likely you will get a bunch of photos and videos of the sun setting over the water. If this is your idea of the perfect sunset, then the best time to watch a sunset in Santa Rosa Beach or Gulf Shores is the late fall, winter, and early spring. During the late fall, winter and early spring the sun will set over the Gulf of Mexico in our area. The Earth's tilted axis changes the path of the sun during our winter to allow for some of the most beautiful sunsets imaginable. Imagine our Gulf waters with a pink, purple, yellow and blue sky and sinking sun. Yes, the weather will be a little cooler but that isn't a bad thing! Cooler weather is perfect for beach bonfires, and we offer beach bonfires at Blue Mountain Beach Condos and The Beach Club. Imagine spending all day at the beach, then sitting around a bonfire watching the sun set over the water in the comfort of cool weather.
Summer is the Best Time of Year to Watch a Sunset in Santa Rosa Beach or Gulf Shores.
Now, go back to Instagram and search sunset again. This time look to see what people are wearing. In my feed, they are wearing bathing suits and are shoeless. A lot of folks enjoy the warm weather just as much as the sunset, and find it more appealing to be in a warm climate where they can relax. If this is your vibe, then late spring, summer and early fall are the best time to watch a sunset in Santa Rosa Beach or Gulf Shores. Especially, summer and early fall because the water will also be perfect temperature to take a sunset swim. Then, when you are ready to relax a little we can have a beach bonfire waiting on you. Imagine sitting around a fire with some of your favorite people, all realaxing in warm weather clothes or even bathing suits. Telling stories, listening to music, or just listening to the wind, waves and cracklling fire. I hadn't seen it before, but this sounds pretty good too! That's why we have so many people requesting bonfires year round.
Honestly, the best time to watch a sunset in Santa Rosa Beach or Gulf Shores (or anywhere for that matter) is when you really catch a nice one. It's even better when you share it with someone that you care about. Luckily, Florida is pretty hospitable when it comes to sunsets and the beaches from Santa Rosa Beach, Florida to Gulf Shores, Alabama are a perfect setting for sunsets. No matter which time of year you happen to be in our area, chances are that you could see a real beauty - because the Gulf of Mexico loves to show off.
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