What time does the sun set in Ibiza?

Sunset in Ibiza ranges from around 17:50 in December–January to 21:30 at the late-June solstice. In peak summer (June–July) plan to be seated at a sunset terrace by 20:00. In May/August around 19:30–19:40. April/September around 19:00. October–March around 17:00–17:30.

What is the best month for sunset in Ibiza?

September. The light is at its softest, the temperatures are still summer (24–28°C), and the crowds are roughly half what they are in August. Locals consistently call it the best month. June is the most spectacular for the latest sunset (21:30) but venues are packed and reservation-essential.

Where can I watch the sunset in Ibiza without crowds?

Sofía Gastrobar on the south side of Bay of Sant Antoni (Cala de Bou) — same iconic sea as Café del Mar and Café Mambo, but on the calm residential coast without the Sunset Strip crowds. Direct sunset views over the bay and Sa Conillera island from the terrace. Open every day 09:00–01:00.

When should I arrive for sunset in Ibiza?

60–90 minutes before sunset. Tables at Sunset Strip venues (Café del Mar, Mambo) fill 1–2 hours ahead in May–September. At Sofía, prime terrace tables fill ~60 minutes before sunset on summer weekends. The hour before sunset (golden hour) is when the light is most photogenic.

What Time is Sunset in Ibiza? Month-by-Month 2026 Guide

Sunset times by month — Ibiza 2026

Month	Start of month	Mid-month	End of month	Arrive by
January	17:55	18:05	18:20	16:35
February	18:25	18:45	19:05	17:15
March	19:10	19:30	19:55	18:00
April	20:25	20:40	20:50	19:10
May	20:55	21:10	21:20	19:40
June	21:25	21:30	21:30	20:00
July	21:30	21:25	21:15	20:00
August	21:10	20:55	20:35	19:30
September	20:25	20:00	19:35	18:45
October	19:25	18:55	18:35	17:45
November	17:55	17:45	17:50	16:30
December	17:50	17:55	17:55	16:30

January — Earliest sunsets of the year. Cool evenings — terrace heaters at Sofía from 19:00.

February — Days lengthening fast. Quiet beach. Inexpensive accommodation.

March — Spring light. Tourists arriving for Easter — book ahead.

April — Daylight saving kicks in late March. Sunset shifts an hour later.

May — Season starts properly. Café del Mar reopens early-May. Sofía terrace prime tables fill on weekends.

June — Peak sunset window. Latest light of the year. Reservation essential at every famous venue.

July — Slightly earlier than June (already past solstice). Hottest days. Hot terraces — water bottles welcome at Sofía.

August — August heat peaks first half. Sunset noticeably earlier by month-end.

September — Best month: still warm, half the crowds, great light. Locals' favourite.

October — End of high season. Daylight saving ends late October — sunset jumps an hour earlier overnight.

November — Quiet month. Some sunset bars closed. Sofía open year-round.

December — Shortest days. Christmas market in Ibiza Town. Cosy terrace dinners at Sofía.

Where to watch — the calm side of the bay

The famous sunset venues are concentrated along Sant Antoni's Sunset Strip on the north side of the bay — Café del Mar (1980), Café Mambo, and the cliff-top Hostal La Torre. They're worth seeing once, but they're crowded, loud, and reservation-essential in summer.

Sofía Gastrobar sits across the bay on the south side — Carrer des Caló, Cala de Bou. Same iconic sea, opposite shore, calm. The sun drops directly across the bay toward Sa Conillera island in plain view from the terrace. Family-friendly, dog-friendly, full kitchen open from 09:00 to 01:00 every day. Sometimes — with luck — dolphins.

For the full editorial map of West Ibiza's eight sunset venues (with Sofía at #5 in geographic context), read the 8 best sunset spots in West Ibiza.

What guests say about the sunset

4.5 / 5 across 689 Google reviews. Common mentions: sunset views, terrace, friendly service.

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Bobby Cameron

★★★★★· a year ago

This beautiful place right on the bay front with simple but tasty food. And the service is exceptionally awesome from Bárbara — can't recommend highly enough especially when this fabulous Brazilian made me her country's cocktail the Caipirinha. How amazing is that and tasty into the bargain.

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Suzie Burke

★★★★★· 2 years ago

We visited this bar 3 times last year and again this year. The staff are lovely, the food is delicious and the prices are so reasonable. The owner even gave my parents a lift back to our hotel when they were struggling to walk. Amazing bar with stunning views, well worth a visit.

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Cintia Tavella

★★★★★· 2 years ago

Cool, chill out 😎 perfect sunset relaxed venue with unblocked view. The team is great at going the extra mile to bring you anything as fast as possible! Awesome sangría de cava!!

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Laney Roseby

★★★★★· a year ago

Me and my partner nipped in here for a couple of cocktails, it was a very reasonable price, lovely service and nice food. Beautiful sea view too.

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Helena

★★★★★· 8 months ago

Sitio espectacular para cenar, con un ambientazo increíble. Mis amigas y yo fuimos durante nuestra estancia en Ibiza y nos encantó. La comida estaba riquísima y las porciones eran generosas. El personal fue superamable con nosotras y, además, nos regalaron unas croquetas brasileñas para que las probáramos.

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Maria Paloma Ruiz Horho

★★★★★· a year ago

Increíble desayuno. MUY BUEN PRECIO. Excelente atención. Muy buena energía. Gracias. Volveré.

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