Weather in Sardinia in July

How July compares

July is the 2nd warmest month of the year in Sardinia and ranks 38th of 134 destinations we compare for July - see where else is hot in July. Within Italy it is 3rd of 16 (Italy in July). Against London's average high of 21.8°C in July, Sardinia is 8.2°C warmer by day and 7.5°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in July

The typical July day in Sardinia peaks at 30.0°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 33.3°C or more. About 96% of days top 25°C and 1 in 2 pass 30°C. Nights average 21.0°C; one night in ten drops to 18.5°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest July day here reached 38.9°C (2009-07-23) and the coldest night 15.4°C (2000-07-17).

Rain in July

Dry (3 rainy days or fewer): about 1 days with 1 mm or more, 7 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest July was 2012 with 46 mm, the driest 1998 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 61%.

Sea temperature in July

The sea averages 23.8°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 22.5°C to 25.2°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (25.2°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 12.7 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 14.7 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:03 and sets about 20:53 local time in mid-July. Average cloud cover is 13%.

Is July a good time to visit Sardinia?

Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, little rain and long sunny days. The best months for Sardinia on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

Plan around the afternoon heat

July's heat is fairly dependable rather than an occasional bonus: 96% of days reach 25°C, while 54% reach 30°C. The hottest days can make long stretches outdoors uncomfortable, with the warmest 10% reaching 33.3°C or more. Put walking and anything energetic earlier in the day, then leave room for shade or an indoor break around midday. Light, loose clothing, a hat and sunscreen belong in your daily bag, and air conditioning is a sensible accommodation priority if warm nights affect your sleep. July suits travellers who enjoy proper heat; it is less appealing if you want to stay active outdoors without adjusting your pace.

Good swimming weather, with little rain to work around

The sea averages 23.8°C, with a year-to-year range of 22°C to 25°C, making July a sensible choice if swimming matters to your holiday. There is little reason to build your plans around wet weather: July averages about 1 rainy day, though that is not a guarantee of a rain-free stay. Sunshine averages 12.7 hours within 14.7 hours of daylight, so there is plenty of scope to spend time outside without doing everything at midday. Use that flexibility to take a break when the heat feels strongest and return outdoors later. Pack mainly for sun and swimming, but keep plans flexible if a shower does arrive.