Italy, Europe
Sardinia in September
The best month for many visitors: the sea is warm, the Italian crowds have gone home, and prices fall after the first week.
The straight answer
September is one of the best months of the year to visit Sardinia. The best month for many visitors: the sea is warm, the Italian crowds have gone home, and prices fall after the first week.
- Weather
- Warm, highs near 82F (28C), sea at its warmest
- Crowds
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- Prices
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What September is like in Sardinia
September is the best month for many visitors. Highs are near 82F (28C), the sea is at its warmest, and the Italian crowds have gone home. Prices fall after the first week, and all the beach services are still open.
This month suits families traveling outside school holidays, couples, and beach lovers. It is hard to beat. If you want quieter hiking weather, October also works well, but beach services start closing. Book boat trips and beach access ahead for the first week, which is still busy. A car is essential, especially with kids, since mountain roads are slow and winding.
Make the most of September
What is especially good about Sardinia this month.
Warm, quiet beaches
The sea is warm and the sand has room again.
La Maddalena boat trips
Calmer seas and fewer boats make it a great time for island hopping.
Lower prices
After the first week, hotels drop their summer rates.
What to pack for September
- Swimsuit and a towel
- Sunscreen and a hat
- Light layers for evenings
- Water shoes
Our timing tip
Come after the first week of September for lower prices and emptier beaches.
Book Sardinia for September.
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- Hotels for September
Hotels. Expedia
Hotels in SardiniaOpens a hotel search for Sardinia in September, dates filled in. Book early for the best months: the good rooms go first.
- Rentals on Vrbo
Vacation rentals. Vrbo
Vacation rentals in SardiniaWhole homes, condos and villas. Usually the better deal for families and groups, with a kitchen and room to spread out.
- Tours and tickets
Tours and tickets. Expedia
Tours and tickets in SardiniaTimed-entry tickets, day trips and guided tours in Sardinia for September. Popular slots sell out in the best months.
Things to do in Sardinia
La Maddalena Archipelago
A national park of granite islands and turquoise channels off the northeast. Boat tours run from Palau and La Maddalena; go early in the season or in September.
Gulf of Orosei and Cala Goloritze
Cliff-backed coves reachable by boat from Cala Gonone or by hiking trail. Cala Goloritze has limited, paid access in summer.
Su Nuraxi di Barumini
The best-preserved Nuragic complex, visited by guided tour. A strong half-day from Cagliari.
La Pelosa, Stintino
Shallow turquoise water off the northwest tip. In summer access is capped and requires booking and a fee.
Cagliari's Castello
The hilltop old quarter with bastions overlooking the port and salt flats, where flamingos feed much of the year.
Alghero
A walled, Catalan-influenced port town on the northwest coast with sunset ramparts and a strong seafood tradition.
Beat the crowds
- Avoid the week around August 15 entirely if you can; it is the single most crowded week of the year.
- Book capped beaches such as La Pelosa and Cala Goloritze as soon as access opens, and aim for early or late time slots.
- Base yourself on the less-developed southwest (around Chia and Sant'Antioco) or the east coast rather than the Costa Smeralda.
- Book summer ferries and car rentals months ahead; both sell out in July and August.
Know before you go
- Most coastal hotels, lidos, beach bars, and boat excursions operate from about May through early October and close from November to March.
- Cagliari, Sassari, Alghero, Nuoro, and the interior towns run year-round.
- Several of the most popular beaches now have summer access limits, booking systems, or entry fees, and rules can change year to year.
- Taking sand, shells, or pebbles from Sardinian beaches is illegal and fined.
Sardinia in September, quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Sardinia?
September is one of the best months of the year to visit Sardinia. The best month for many visitors: the sea is warm, the Italian crowds have gone home, and prices fall after the first week.
What is the weather like in Sardinia in September?
Warm, highs near 82F (28C), sea at its warmest.
Is Sardinia crowded in September?
Crowds in Sardinia are moderate in September; timed bookings still help at the biggest sights.
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