🇮🇹Catania
Forecast by:  | 10 Sep Thu | 11 Sep Fri | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed |
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| Temp (°C) | 30° 21° | 31° 19° | 30° 18° | 29° 18° | 30° 19° | 29° 18° | 31° 19° |
| Precipitation | 20% | 2% | 2% | 15% | 17% | 10% | 18% |
| Humidity | 67% | 59% | 55% | 60% | 62% | 63% | 68% |
| Wind | 23 km/h | 22 km/h | 18 km/h | 22 km/h | 19 km/h | 18 km/h | 17 km/h |
Best time to visit Sardinia
The best times to visit Sardinia are April to June and September to October, rated best for walking, cycling, sightseeing, beaches and swimming. July and August are very hot, with elevated wildfire danger, while autumn hurricane risk and heavy rain can disrupt plans from September to November.
JanuaryTemp (°C)10°Rain (mm)24Sun Hours6Dry Days21
January is mild on the lowlands, around 10-15°C. Coastal walks and cultural visits suit the season, with occasional rain and mistral winds.
FebruaryTemp (°C)10°Rain (mm)18Sun Hours7Dry Days19
February is cool, around 5-10°C, with occasional rain and brisk mistral winds. Archaeology, town visits and walking suit clear days.
MarchTemp (°C)11°Rain (mm)22Sun Hours8Dry Days20
March is mild, around 8-15°C, with spring showers and occasional mistral winds. Hiking and cultural touring suit the conditions, while sea swimming is unappealing.
AprilTemp (°C)15°Rain (mm)30Sun Hours10Dry Days19
April is mild, around 11-19°C, with occasional rain and fresh winds. Walking, cycling and sightseeing suit the season.
MayTemp (°C)18°Rain (mm)24Sun Hours11Dry Days21
May is warm, around 15-24°C, with generally favourable conditions for walking, cycling and coastal exploring. Sea water can remain fresh.
JuneTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)6Sun Hours12Dry Days25
June is hot and mostly dry, around 19-29°C, suiting beaches, swimming and outdoor touring. Sirocco winds can intensify the heat.
JulyTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)7Sun Hours12Dry Days28
July is very hot and dry, around 22-32°C. It suits swimming, while wildfire danger is elevated and sightseeing is difficult during the hottest hours.
AugustTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)10Sun Hours12Dry Days27
August is very hot and dry, around 23-32°C, with crowded beaches and elevated wildfire danger. Some businesses may close during the summer holiday period.
SeptemberTemp (°C)22°Rain (mm)21Sun Hours10Dry Days21
September is warm, around 14-29°C, with suitable sea temperatures. Hurricane risk affects this month, and rain can disrupt outdoor plans.
OctoberTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)29Sun Hours7Dry Days22
October is mild, around 17-25°C, and suits walking and sightseeing. Hurricane risk affects this month, while heavy autumn rain can cause flooding, especially in eastern Sardinia.
NovemberTemp (°C)15°Rain (mm)45Sun Hours6Dry Days19
November is mild, around 12-20°C, with heavy autumn rain that can cause flooding, particularly in eastern Sardinia. Hurricane risk affects this month and outdoor plans may be disrupted.
DecemberTemp (°C)11°Rain (mm)16Sun Hours6Dry Days20
December is mild on the lowlands, around 5-15°C, with rain and occasional strong winds. Cultural visits and coastal walks suit the season.
Sources: en.wikivoyage.org, audleytravel.com, easeweather.com
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Brief
- Sardinia is known for local specialties including porceddu (roast suckling pig), culurgiones (stuffed pasta), pane carasau (thin crispbread), seadas (fried cheese pastries with honey), fresh seafood, and mirto liqueur.
- September is generally quieter than July and August, but popular coastal areas and boat excursions can still be busy, especially around the Costa Smeralda and La Maddalena archipelago.
- Rural roads can be narrow and winding, and journey times between coastal and inland destinations are often longer than distances suggest. Reserve ferries, rental cars, and popular boat trips in advance during the remaining peak season.
Safety and health
- Carry plenty of water when hiking or visiting the sparsely populated interior. Heat, rugged terrain, limited mobile coverage, and scarce assistance can become dangerous quickly; check weather conditions before leaving and avoid strenuous activity during the hottest hours. (
wikivoyage.org)
- Take care in the sea, particularly on exposed western beaches, where strong currents and waves may occur even when conditions look calm. Follow local warnings and avoid swimming alone. (
- Protect yourself from sand-fly bites, which can transmit leishmaniasis, by using repellent and covering exposed skin, especially around dusk and in rural areas. (
cdc.gov)
- Avoid entering abandoned mine workings or closed areas in Sulcis-Iglesiente, Sarrabus, and Nurra. Unmarked shafts, cave-ins, and water infiltration present serious hazards. (
- Watch for ticks in tall grass and around sheep or other domestic animals, and avoid collecting wild mushrooms unless you have expert knowledge. (
Recent News
- Wildfire vigilance remains high: Fires in late August affected areas including Ogliastra and San Teodoro near La Cinta beach. A blaze between Arzana and Elini reportedly burned about 300 hectares, while evacuations and precautionary closures were carried out in affected areas. Check local fire-service and municipal updates before visiting beaches, forests, or rural accommodation. (
ilsole24ore.com |
vivereinitalien.de)
- Extreme heat affected Sardinia in late August: Temperatures exceeded 45°C in some areas, and Cagliari was placed under a red heat alert with a forecast high of 42°C. Conditions were expected to ease around the start of September, but visitors should still monitor local heat warnings. (
thelocal.it)
- La Maddalena National Park experienced severe boat congestion during August: Reports indicated as many as 6,500 boats in areas designed for roughly 2,500 daily visitors, with concerns about anchoring damage and pressure on protected coastal sites. Expect crowded waters and possible local restrictions around popular coves and anchorages. (
dailymail.com)
- United Airlines plans a new Newark- to-Olbia route from 27 May 2027. The planned service may improve future access to northern Sardinia but does not affect current-season travel. (
cnbc.com)
