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.
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Strong wind and rough sea make it hard to enjoy the day. Very strong gusts up to 51 km/h.
AURA Score
1.5
Hourly cloud cover trend
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Hourly wind trend
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PossibleAURA estimate · Recent conditions
Recent wind may have helped disperse shoreline accumulations.
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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. Suitable for families with children.
Beach features
- Sand: sand — Sandy beach, easy to lay a towel on and family-friendly.
- Seabed: gently sloping
- Exposure: West — spectacular sunsets over the sea
- Services: Beach club, Bar, Restaurant, Water sports, Equipment rental, Restrooms, Parking
- Info: Water sports, Lagoon with flamingos, Gently sloping seabed
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Verified on 6 May 2026 · Sources: OpenStreetMap, Comune di Cabras
Wind at the beach
Mistral from the north
Speed
28 km/h
Gusts 51 km/h
Lateral
Blows along the coast, with limited effect on the water.
Sea details
- Sea: Rough
- Waves: 0.8 m
- Water temperature: 21°C· in line with average
- Wind direction: Mistral (north)
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.