Overview
White and pink quartz pebbles like Is Arutas, with a coastal pond behind hosting migratory birds. Turquoise-toned water and a westerly exposure — windy days are frequent and spectacular when calm.
Mari Ermi
Acceptable conditions
Cool for the beach, around 18°C. Occasional livelier gusts for most of the day. Better in the afternoon.
AURA Score
6.1
6.1Morning
5.8
Not at its best
Afternoon
6.4
Acceptable conditions
Hourly cloud cover trend
94%dense08
80%light10
47%light12
63%light14
70%light16
21%light18
66%dense20
Hourly wind trend
windgustsPosidonia risk
PossibleAURA estimate · Recent conditions
Possible localised build-up, especially near the waterline or in more sheltered corners of the beach.
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Next days
About the beach
Cabras · Ovest
White and pink quartz pebbles like Is Arutas, with a coastal pond behind hosting migratory birds. Turquoise-toned water and a westerly exposure — windy days are frequent and spectacular when calm.
Accessibilità
Accessible facilities for people with reduced mobility.
Verifica i servizi aggiornati su SardegnAccessibileBeach features
- Sand: sand — Sandy beach, comfortable for laying out a towel.
- Seabed: gently sloping
- Exposure: West — spectacular sunsets over the sea
- Services: Beach club, Bar, Restaurant, Water sports, Equipment rental, Restrooms, ParkingDisponibilità stagionale: verifica prima di partire.
- Info: Water sports, Lagoon with flamingos, Gently sloping seabed
Beach characteristics, including child suitability, accessibility and services, are indicative and may change. Always verify locally.
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Verified on 6 May 2026 · Sources: OpenStreetMap, Comune di Cabras
Why go
A go-to choice for anyone visiting western Sardinia: a recognised natural setting, distinctive sea colours and the classic Sardinian beach-day experience, best enjoyed when the daily conditions cooperate.
Wind & sea exposure
Beach exposed to the Maestrale: when the wind picks up, the sea builds quickly and sand can fly. Prefer days with light Maestrale or offshore winds.
Family suitability
Whether the beach feels family-friendly varies by day — check wind, sea state and access before travelling with children.
Parking & access
Parking can vary by season — plan to arrive early in July and August and check for any local restrictions before leaving.
Best time to visit
The best days are usually those with calm seas and no sustained Maestrale. Early morning and late afternoon are the most comfortable windows in summer, while June and September often hit the sweet spot of temperature, crowds and conditions.
How AURA helps you choose the right day
AURA compares the wind, sea and weather forecast for every Sardinian beach and summarises whether the day looks favourable, acceptable or best avoided. Check the live version of this page before leaving to see today's AURA score and pick the best window.