Every winter people coming from Northern Europe ask us the same questions: is it really warm? Is everything closed? Are the houses heated? Here we answer with what we see every day, because in winter we are here.
What winter is like in North Sardinia
| Month | Daytime | What it’s like |
|---|---|---|
| December | 12–15 °C | short days, lights and Christmas markets in the towns |
| January | 10–14 °C | the coolest month, Sant’Antonio bonfires on the night of the 16th |
| February | 11–15 °C | almond trees in bloom, Tempio carnival |
| March | 13–17 °C | spring, Holy Week (Easter 2027: 28 March) |
| April | 16–20 °C | T-shirt walks, first swims for the bravest |
Indicative maximum temperatures; at night it drops to 5–8 °C, which is why we only offer heated homes.
Snow on the coast practically never. The real issue in winter is the wind: with the mistral the west and north coasts get rough, while the east coast stays more sheltered. Calm, clear days are the most beautiful of the year: the winter sea has the purest colours.
What stays open in winter
Let’s be honest: in winter the holiday villages close. The towns and villages where people live all year round stay lively.
- Open all year round: supermarkets, pharmacies, bars, restaurants in the town centres, weekly markets, hospitals and services.
- Closed or nearly closed: beach clubs, many seafront restaurants, seasonal shops in the resorts.
- Our tip: choose a base in a real town, not in a holiday village. The sea is still just a few minutes away.
Where to stay in winter: the best bases
Alghero →
Historic centre lively all year round, restaurants open, a stroll along the Bastions and the airport 20 minutes away. The most convenient choice for a first winter in Sardinia.
Porto Torres →
Our town. Balai beaches within walking distance, a port with ships from Genoa all year round, Sassari 20 minutes away for every service. Lower prices, real small-town life.
Castelsardo →
The village by the sea, very quiet in winter, with Sassari half an hour away. For those looking for silence and sunsets.
Olbia →
The liveliest town on the east coast, with the best-connected airport in the North and beaches like Pittulongu and Porto Istana a few minutes away.
What to do in a Sardinian winter
- Walking: the coast of Capo Caccia, Argentiera, the paths of Asinara and, to the east, the Supramonte of Cala Gonone.
- Flamingos: in winter you see them in the lagoons, from the Stagno di Pilo, between Porto Torres and Stintino, to the San Teodoro lagoon behind La Cinta beach.
- Real festivals: the Sant’Antonio bonfires in January, carnival in February, the Holy Week rites in March.
- Food and wine: it’s the season of roast suckling pig, Gallura soups and wineries open at a relaxed pace.
- Remote working: if you need Wi-Fi we only suggest houses that have it, and a pace of life that helps you concentrate.
Ideas for every month are in our article “Sardinia in winter: what to do, weather and itinerary”.
How renting by the month works
You write to us your dates, number of people and preferred area (or let us choose).
We send you within 24 working hours the available houses with heating or hot/cold air conditioning, with photos and monthly price.
A clear contract, suited to the length of stay and registered when the law requires it, with all the conditions in writing. Cleaning and linen are always included; in the proposal you’ll find, for each house, the type of heating and whether utilities are included or charged by consumption.
When you arrive, we welcome you ourselves, in person or by video call, and for your whole stay you have a local team that answers, not a call centre.
Frequently asked questions
Is it warm in Sardinia in winter?
It’s mild: during the day usually between 10 and 16 °C on the coast, cooler in the evening. It isn’t beach weather, but you can be outdoors comfortably almost all the time.
Are the houses heated?
For the winter we only offer houses with heating or hot/cold air conditioning.
Can you rent for three months or the whole winter?
Yes, from one month upwards, with a contract suited to the length of stay.
Do you need a car?
In Alghero, Porto Torres and Olbia you can live without one. To explore the coast and the interior a car is very useful: in winter a monthly car hire costs less than in summer.
Are there flights in winter?
Yes, Alghero and Olbia have flights in winter too, but from Germany and the UK often with a stopover in Rome or Milan. Ships arrive in Porto Torres all year round from Genoa and, with fewer sailings in winter, from Barcelona: handy with your own car or camper van.
How much does it cost per month?
From €800 per month, depending on area, house and number of months. Send us your dates: we’ll send you proposals with the exact price within 24 working hours.
Or write to us on WhatsApp at +39 079 412 5245.