Overview
A long arc of fine sand inside the Porto Conte bay near Alghero, well sheltered from western winds. Shallow water and a pine grove behind make it a reliable family choice.
Mugoni
Better skip today
Moderate wind, rough sea and overcast sky make it hard to enjoy the day. Very strong gusts up to 44 km/h.
AURA Score
5.4
Hourly cloud cover trend
5%08
31%10
92%light12
99%dense14
100%dense16
70%dense18
95%dense20
Hourly wind trend
windgustsPosidonia risk
LowAURA estimate · Recent conditions
Recent wind may have helped disperse shoreline accumulations.
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About the beach
Alghero · Ovest
A long arc of fine sand inside the Porto Conte bay near Alghero, well sheltered from western winds. Shallow water and a pine grove behind make it a reliable family choice. Suitable for families with children.
Beach features
- Sand: sand — Sandy beach, easy to lay a towel on and family-friendly.
- Seabed: gently sloping
- Exposure: Southwest — sun all day long
- Services: Kiosk, Restrooms, ParkingDisponibilità stagionale: verifica prima di partire.
- Dogs allowed: Dogs allowed in dedicated dog-beach areas.
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Verified on 6 May 2026 · Sources: OpenStreetMap, Conoscenza locale del territorio
Wind at the beach
Ostro from the south
Speed
12 km/h
Gusts 35 km/h
Onshore
Blowing in from the sea: can ripple the water.
Sea details
- Sea: Calm
- Waves: 0.3 m
- Water temperature: 28°C· above average
- Wind direction: Ostro (south)
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
Relatively sheltered from the Maestrale, so the bay often stays swimmable when other coasts are rough. Conditions still depend strongly on wind and sea state.
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.