When to go to Cagliari
May–June and September–October are warm and good for swimming. July–August is hot and crowded at Poetto; winters are mild and breezy, with some beach clubs closed.
Cagliari weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan14°52 mm
- Feb14°51 mm
- Mar15°48 mm
- Apr17°46 mm
- May20°35 mm
- Jun24°10 mm
- Jul27°3 mm
- Aug28°12 mm
- Sep25°38 mm
- Oct22°51 mm
- Nov18°90 mm
- Dec15°67 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C57°F | 11°C52°F | 52 mm | 78% | Cool |
| February | 14°C56°F | 10°C51°F | 51 mm | 77% | Cool |
| March | 15°C59°F | 12°C53°F | 48 mm | 79% | Cool |
| April | 17°C62°F | 14°C56°F | 46 mm | 80% | Cool |
| May | 20°C68°F | 16°C61°F | 35 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| June | 24°C75°F | 20°C69°F | 10 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| July | 27°C81°F | 23°C74°F | 3 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| August | 28°C82°F | 24°C75°F | 12 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| September | 25°C77°F | 22°C71°F | 38 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| October | 22°C72°F | 19°C66°F | 51 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| November | 18°C65°F | 16°C60°F | 90 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| December | 15°C59°F | 12°C54°F | 67 mm | 77% | Cool |
Best months across Italy
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Rome | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Venice | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (29°C) |
| Florence | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Milan | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Amalfi Coast | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Naples | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Lake Como | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Cinque Terre | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (25°C) |
| Sicily | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Tuscany | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Positano | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sardinia | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Bologna | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (34°C) |
| Verona | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Pisa | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Capri | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sorrento | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Lake Garda | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (31°C) |
| Turin | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Siena | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Puglia | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Dolomites | Jan–Mar, Jul, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Taormina | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Palermo | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Catania | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Bari | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Matera | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Lecce | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Genoa | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Cagliari | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Cagliari?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–June and September–October are warm and good for swimming. July–August is hot and crowded at Poetto; winters are mild and breezy, with some beach clubs closed.
When is the rainy season in Cagliari?
Rain peaks in November with about 90 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Cagliari?
August, with average highs of 28°C (82°F).
How cold does Cagliari get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 10°C (51°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- CTM Cagliari (public transport)
- Cagliari Elmas Airport
- Comune di Cagliari
- ARNAS G. Brotzu
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.