#320 European Rank
Spiaggia di Piscinas
Costa Verde, Sardinia, Italy•Tyrrhenian Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: Carlo Pelagalli (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.55/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
24.8°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€48/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Gradual Drop
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Costa Verde, Sardinia · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Ideal Swimming
Jan
14.2°C
Air 20°C
Feb
13.8°C
Air 21°C
Mar
14.1°C
Air 23°C
Apr
15.3°C
Air 26°C
May
17.7°C
Air 29°C
Jun
21.1°C
Air 32°C
Jul
23.7°C
Air 34°C
Peak
Aug
24.8°C
Air 34°C
Sep
23.5°C
Air 32°C
Oct
21.2°C
Air 29°C
Nov
18.3°C
Air 25°C
Dec
15.6°C
Air 22°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 14 Jun – 17 Oct (>21°C) · 125 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Italy Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.6 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.5 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About Spiaggia di Piscinas
A Sahara-like dune field meeting the open sea on Sardinia's emptiest coast.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Reached via unpaved roads and dirt tracks through the historic mining valley of Ingurtosu in Arbus municipality.
•Protected Status / Environment: Part of the UNESCO-recognized Parco Geominerario Storico ed Ambientale della Sardegna and a Site of Community Importance (Natura 2000).
•Notable Feature: Home to towering golden sand dunes reaching up to 60 meters high ('Dune di Piscinas'), shaped by the Mistral wind and dotted with centuries-old junipers.
Official Tourism Authorities:sardegnaturismo.it
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
YesShowers
YesFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Costa Verde, Sardinia. Accessible via regional coastal roads (39.542°N, 8.447°E).
•Fine on calm mornings; shore-break and undertow build fast when the mistral blows.
•Reached by dirt track through the abandoned Ingurtosu mine valley; rusting relics and Sardinian deer among the dunes.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
OLB / CAG · 35m drive30-40 min drive to Emerald Coast beaches from Olbia (OLB).
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Frequently Asked Questions about Spiaggia di Piscinas
What is the water temperature at Spiaggia di Piscinas?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Spiaggia di Piscinas averages 24.8°C (77°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Spiaggia di Piscinas?
Spiaggia di Piscinas is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Costa Verde, Sardinia, Italy.
Is Spiaggia di Piscinas good for families with kids?
Yes, Spiaggia di Piscinas is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Spiaggia di Piscinas?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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