Best Beaches in Sardinia in October
We rank the 5 beaches to visit in Sardinia in October. Cala Luna (Italy) comes first with 4.7 / 5, followed by Porto Giunco, Punta Molentis.
The sea reaches about 23 degrees C in season, and most of these beaches are at their best from May to October. 3 of the 5 have easy access, and 1 are hidden gems.
1Cala Luna
Gulf of Orosei, Sardinia, Italy · 4.7 / 5 · Challenging access · about 22 °CA crescent of pale pebbles and coarse sand between limestone cliffs, with caves along the back and a freshwater pond behind the beach.
2Porto Giunco
Villasimius, Sardinia · 4.7 / 5 · Easy access · about 23 °CA wide sandy beach in the south-east of Sardinia, with an old watchtower on the headland and a lagoon behind.
3Punta Molentis
Villasimius, Sardinia · 4.6 / 5 · Easy access · about 23 °CA small beach of pale sand and clear shallow water near Villasimius, between low granite rocks.
4Spiaggia di Piscinas
Arbus, Costa Verde, Sardinia · 4.6 / 5 · Moderate access · about 22 °CA wild, long beach backed by some of the tallest sand dunes in Europe, on the Costa Verde of south-west Sardinia.
5Sa Colonia Beach
Chia, Domus de Maria, Sardinia · 4.5 / 5 · Easy access · about 24 °CA sandy beach at Chia on the south coast of Sardinia, with a coastal lagoon behind it where pink flamingos sometimes feed.
Quick comparison
| # | Beach | Country | Score | Water | Best season | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cala Luna | Italy | 4.7 | 22 °C | May–October | Challenging |
| 2 | Porto Giunco | Italy | 4.7 | 23 °C | May–October | Easy |
| 3 | Punta Molentis | Italy | 4.6 | 23 °C | May–October | Easy |
| 4 | Spiaggia di Piscinas | Italy | 4.6 | 22 °C | May–October | Moderate |
| 5 | Sa Colonia Beach | Italy | 4.5 | 24 °C | May–October | Easy |
How we picked these beaches
Included when the beach usual swimming season covers the month, then ranked by editorial score. See how we rate beaches for the full method.
Frequently asked questions
Which are the top-rated beaches to visit in Sardinia in October?
Our top three are Cala Luna (4.7 out of 5), Porto Giunco (4.7 out of 5), Punta Molentis (4.6 out of 5). Scores are editorial ratings from the EuroShores team.
When is the best time to visit these beaches?
Most are at their best from May to October. Water temperatures average about 23 degrees C in season. Each beach page lists its exact season.
Which of these beaches are easiest to reach?
Porto Giunco, Punta Molentis, Sa Colonia Beach have easy access. The others need a walk, stairs or a rougher road, so check the access note on each page.