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Sardinia in October

Late season

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

The short answer

October is a good time to visit Sardinia.

October is a calm end to the season, still warm enough to swim early in the month.

7.5/10 overall14–24°CLow crowds€€€
Weather7/10
Crowds8/10
Prices€€€
Events4.5/10

October in detail

What October actually feels like

Weather
14–24°C
Mild, around 24°C.
Crowds
Low
Quiet.
Prices
€€€
Good value.

+Warm days, empty beaches.

–Some resorts close.

My tip for October

Check that boat trips still run.

  • Beaches
  • Hiking

How October compares

Against the other eleven months

4th of 12 overall in Sardinia, 6th for weather, 5th for space, 6th for value. The emptiest month is January; the best value is January.

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Weather

Weather in Sardinia in October

In October Sardinia averages a high of 24°C (75°F) and a low of 14°C (57°F), with about 44 mm of rain or snow over 5 wet days. The warmest month is July (around 32°C) and the coolest is January (around 15°C); the wettest month is November.

Average high
24°C
75°F
Average low
14°C
57°F
Precipitation
44 mm
Wet days
5

Climate data: NOAA WMO normals (Cagliari Elmas Airport, 1991–2020). Temperatures are averages of daily highs and lows.

Quick answers

Sardinia in October: the questions people ask

Is October a good time to visit Sardinia?
October is a good time to visit Sardinia. It ranks 4 of 12 months in Sardinia overall (6 for weather, 5 for space, 6 for value). The main upside: Warm days, empty beaches. The main downside: Some resorts close.
What is the weather like in Sardinia in October?
Average highs are around 24°C and lows around 14°C. Expect about 44 mm of rain or snow over roughly 5 wet days. Mild, around 24°C. For comparison, the warmest month is July (around 32°C) and the coolest is January (around 15°C).
Is Sardinia crowded in October?
Crowds are low. Quiet. The quietest month is January.
How expensive is Sardinia in October?
Prices are at level 3 of 5 (€€€). Good value. The best-value month is January.
When is the best time to visit Sardinia?
In the CrowdFreeViews month scores, June is the best month overall (October ranks 4 of 12). The quietest month is January and the best value is January.

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Warm days, empty beaches.

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