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Best time to visit Sardinia: month by month
Short answer
June and September are ideal, with highs of about 29°C, warm sea and fewer crowds. July and August are hot (about 31–32°C) and busy, especially in the north-east; May and October are good for walking and quieter beaches.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14°C | 8°C | 10 | low |
| Feb | 15°C | 8°C | 4 | low |
| Mar | 16°C | 9°C | 5 | low |
| Apr | 18°C | 11°C | 7 | low |
| May | 23°C | 15°C | 7 | medium |
| Jun | 29°C | 20°C | 3 | high |
| Jul | 32°C | 23°C | 0 | very high |
| Aug | 31°C | 23°C | 1 | very high |
| Sep | 29°C | 21°C | 3 | high |
| Oct | 24°C | 17°C | 5 | medium |
| Nov | 19°C | 13°C | 12 | low |
| Dec | 16°C | 10°C | 6 | low |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Mild, about 16–18°C in March–April and 23°C in May; green and good for hiking.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Hot and dry, about 29–32°C, with almost no rain in July; peak crowds in August.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
September is warm (29°C) and October pleasant (24°C); November is the wettest month.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Mild, about 14–16°C, but many coastal businesses close; Carnival in Mamoiada and Oristano is a highlight.
Events worth planning around
- Sa Sartiglia horse festival in Oristano (Carnival, February or March)
- Carnival with Mamuthones masks in Mamoiada (January to February)
- Sant'Efisio procession in Cagliari (1 May)
- Cavalcata Sarda in Sassari (May)
When to avoid
Avoid August if you dislike crowds and high prices, and November to March if you want open beach businesses.
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Common questions
What is the best time to visit Sardinia?
June and September.
Is Sardinia worth visiting in winter?
For cities and festivals, yes; beaches and many hotels close.
When is the sea warm?
Roughly June to early October.