Poetto di Cagliari — lungo arenile sabbioso con vista sulla città e sul Golfo degli Angeli

Poetto di Cagliari

Not recommended

Rain is expected in the selected period. Cool for the beach, around 19°C. Clearly better in the morning.

AURA Score
5.3

Morning

7.1

Good choice

Afternoon

3.6

Not recommended

Hourly cloud cover trend

100%dense08
82%dense10
41%light12
60%rain likely14
98%rain likely16
99%rain likely18
58%dense20

Hourly wind trend

🏖️ spiaggia4 km/h087 km/h107 km/h↑16 km/h128 km/h↑18 km/h1410 km/h↑21 km/h1612 km/h↑33 km/h189 km/h↑22 km/h20

Posidonia risk

Possible

AURA estimate · Recent conditions

Possible localised build-up, especially near the waterline or in more sheltered corners of the beach.

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About the beach

Cagliari · Sud

Cagliari's long city beach stretching from Sella del Diavolo towards Quartu: light sand, a shallow sandy seabed and dozens of kiosks and lidos along the promenade. The heart of Cagliari's summer life, though strong Maestrale still funnels across it. Suitable for families with children.

Usually very busyFamily-friendlyPlenty of parkingFills up early in peak seasonOn-site services (seasonal)Dogs allowed (check local rules)Disability access

Accessibilità

Accessible facilities for people with reduced mobility.

Verifica i servizi aggiornati su SardegnAccessibile

Beach features

  • Sand: sand — Sandy beach, comfortable for laying out a towel.
  • Seabed: gently sloping
  • Exposure: South — sun all day long
  • Services: Beach club, Restrooms, Showers, Kiosk, Restaurant, Sunbed and umbrella rentalDisponibilità stagionale: verifica prima di partire.
  • Info: Beach club, Bus service, Dog-friendly areas
  • Dogs allowed: Dogs allowed in dedicated dog-beach areas.Source: Comune di Cagliari

Beach characteristics, including child suitability, accessibility and services, are indicative and may change. Always verify locally.

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Today
Satellite view of the coast around the beach
Waves · SSE0.1 m · 3 sWind · NNE10 km/h · gusts 28 km/hNESWSatellite imagery © Esri

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Verified on 6 May 2026 · Sources: OpenStreetMap, Comune di Cagliari - Piano di Utilizzo dei Litorali, SardegnaTurismo

Overview

Cagliari's long city beach stretching from Sella del Diavolo towards Quartu: light sand, a shallow sandy seabed and dozens of kiosks and lidos along the promenade. The heart of Cagliari's summer life, though strong Maestrale still funnels across it.

Why go

A go-to choice for anyone visiting southern 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

Exposure to the prevailing winds varies day to day — always check the wind and sea state before going.

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.