Sardinia · July
Best travel monthPeak seasonItaly · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 15° (59°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)19 (66) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)22 (72) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)25 (77) | 24° (75°)19– (66–)30 (86) | 29° (84°)23– (73–)35 (95) | 32° (90°)27– (81–)37 (99) | 32° (90°)27– (81–)37 (99) | 29° (84°)23– (73–)33 (91) | 25° (77°)20– (68–)29 (84) | 20° (68°)13– (55–)24 (75) | 16° (61°)12– (54–)19 (66) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 7° (45°)0– (32–)12 (54) | 6° (43°)0– (32–)12 (54) | 8° (46°)2– (36–)14 (57) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)16 (61) | 14° (57°)9– (48–)18 (64) | 19° (66°)13– (55–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)18– (64–)25 (77) | 21° (70°)17– (63–)24 (75) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)24 (75) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)21 (70) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)16 (61) | 8° (46°)2– (36–)13 (55) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h | 7h | 8h | 10h | 10h | 11h | 12h | 11h | 9h | 8h | 6h | 5h |
🌊Water Temp | 14° (57°) | 14° (57°) | 15° (59°) | 17° (63°) | 19° (66°) | 23° (73°) | 26° (79°) | 27° (81°) | 25° (77°) | 22° (72°) | 19° (66°) | 15° (59°) |
🌧Rain Days | 5d37mm (1.5") | 4d30mm (1.2") | 4d33mm (1.3") | 4d41mm (1.6") | 3d28mm (1.1") | 1d8mm (0.3") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 1d12mm (0.5") | 3d37mm (1.4") | 3d42mm (1.6") | 7d69mm (2.7") | 6d42mm (1.6") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
July is one of the best months to visit Sardinia — with 12 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 32°C (90°F).
Daytime highs average 32°C (90°F), cooling to 21°C (70°F) at night (daily average: 27°C (81°F)). Peaks reach around 37°C (99°F), the coldest nights around 18°C (64°F). With 12 sunshine hours per day, July is one of the sunniest months — 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain over 0 days. The water is a warm 26°C (79°F) — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in July are ideal.
Costa Smeralda peak season: Porto Cervo is the yachting hub of Europe's upper class, and the sandy beaches of Villasimius are a dream. Anyone looking for silence heads into the Gennargentu mountains.
Packing list for Sardinia in July
- Light summer clothes
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is July a good time to visit Sardinia?
- Yes — July is one of the best months to visit Sardinia (Climate Score: 98/100). High temperatures (32°C (90°F)), good sunshine (12 h/day), and few rain days (0) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Sardinia in July?
- In July, Sardinia sees daily highs of 32°C (90°F). Nights cool to 21°C (70°F), with a daily average of 27°C (81°F). Peaks reach around 37°C (99°F), the coldest nights around 18°C (64°F).
- How much rain falls in Sardinia in July?
- In July, Sardinia receives an average of 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain over 0 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Sardinia get in July?
- Sardinia averages 12 sunshine hours per day in July — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Sardinia in July?
- Water temperature in Sardinia in July averages 26°C (79°F) — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
