What is the average sea temperature at Costa Rei?

Based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology, water temperatures at Costa Rei peak at 25.9°C (79°F) in August and average 25.9°C during the summer bathing season.

How much are sunbed rentals and is there free public sand at Costa Rei?

75% of Costa Rei is open for free public towel placement. A set of 2 loungers and an umbrella typically rents from €22 to €48 depending on season. Sardinia Regional Landscape Plan strictly limits commercial footprint to preserve pristine dune environments.

What are the parking payment options and cliff shade times at Costa Rei?

Parking at Costa Rei is managed via free_unpaved_verge with typical rates of free parking. Sunlight schedule: the shoreline receives unobstructed full-day solar exposure. Footwear recommendation: unnecessary soft sand.

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Q: Are there parking and facilities at Costa Rei?

Free parking is available nearby. Restroom facilities are present on-site.

Muravera, Sardinia, Italy•Tyrrhenian Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September

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EDITORIAL SCORE

4.69/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

25.9°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€50/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Golden Sand

Gradual Drop

Live Open-Meteo European Feed

Morning Beach Pulse & Marine Telemetry

Sheltered Cove

Calm & Glassy

Calm & Sheltered (Offshore Wind)Cove aspect: Faces E (80°) · Wind: W (270°)

Cliffs and inland terrain shelter the bay from 12 km/h winds. Surface chop is suppressed; water remains clear and flat.

Significant Wave Height

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Optimal Swimming

Swell Profile

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Reading buoy...

Live Surface Wind

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W (270°) · OFFSHORE

UV & Air Temperature

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UV 5 · Moderate (SPF 30)

Cove Aspect & Shelter Compass

Seaward Orientation vs. Live Wind Direction

Cove Faces E (80°)

Offshore Breeze • Cliffs block the wind; water is calm and flat

Shoreline Facing (θ_aspect)

E (80°)

Open Sea Exposure

Surface Wind Vector

W (270°)

12 km/h · Δθ = 170°

Spatial Geometry: Cliffs behind Costa Rei shelter the shoreline from winds coming out of W. The airflow passes over top, suppressing surf breakers.

Morning Coastal Brief for Costa Rei: Minimal chop, safe for wading, snorkeling and paddleboarding. Cliffs and inland terrain shelter the bay from 12 km/h winds. Surface chop is suppressed; water remains clear and flat. Models update sub-daily via Open-Meteo European marine models.

Interactive Oceanographic Climatology

Seasonal Sea Warmth & Bathing Climatology

30-Year NOAA OISST v2.1 Monthly Normals (1991–2020) · Muravera, Sardinia, Italy

Warm Bathwater

Early August

25.9°C

Air ~35°C

Optimal thermal comfort; zero cold shock

Water temperature is well above the 20.0°C bathing threshold. Prolonged leisure swimming, snorkeling, and family wading are comfortable with zero thermal shock.

Drag to scrub 12-month temperature curveEarly August · 25.9°C

Month	Sea Surface Temp	Air Temp	Thermal Category
January	14.5°C	21°C	Crisp & Bracing
February	13.9°C	22°C	Crisp & Bracing
March	14.1°C	24°C	Crisp & Bracing
April	15.1°C	27°C	Crisp & Bracing
May	17.7°C	30°C	Crisp & Bracing
June	21.3°C	33°C	Refreshing
July	24.5°C	35°C	Ideal Swimming
August	25.9°C	35°C	Warm Bathwater
September	24.3°C	33°C	Ideal Swimming
October	21.7°C	30°C	Refreshing
November	18.7°C	26°C	Crisp & Bracing
December	16.0°C	23°C	Crisp & Bracing

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Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Swimmable 12 Jun – 22 Oct (>21°C) · 132 days

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🏖️ Costa Rei (Muravera, Sardinia, Italy)
🌊 Water temperature: 25.9°C
⛱️ Beach access: 75% free public sand • Sunbeds: €22–€48
🧭 Wind & shelter: Faces E (sheltered from W winds)
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EEA Bathing Water Directive 2006/7/EC

Bathing Water Purity & Statutory Standards

Status: Excellent

Microbial Water Purity

95th-Percentile Compliant

Escherichia coli & intestinal enterococci within statutory limits.

Bathing Directive Tier

Tier 1: Sufficient & Safe

Monitored across the official European bathing season.

Official European Environment Agency (EEA) water monitoring verifies recreational cleanliness, sewage absence, and safety standards across all 31 member and partner coastal nations.

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.6 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.7 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5

About Costa Rei

Kilometres of pale sand and shallow water ending at the Peppino rock, along Sardinia's southeast.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Direct road and walking access from Costa Rei/Santa Giusta along the shoreline.

•Protected Status / Environment: Natural coastal headland dividing Muravera and Castiadas coastal territories.

•Notable Feature: Smooth, whale/turtle-shaped white granite monolith (~84m long) accessible on foot through shallow crystalline waters over soft white sand.

Official Tourism Authorities:sardegnaturismo.it

Sand Transparency & Sunbed Index

Public sand quota, private lido density, and legal towel placement rights

Balanced Concession Mix

Free Public Sand (75%)Private Concessions (25%)

2-Sunbed + Umbrella Set Rate

€22low season→€48August peak

Daily set (2 loungers + umbrella). Front-row loungers may command premium surcharges.

Towel Bather Guidance

Regulated municipal umbrellas alongside spacious free public sectors. Ample towel space available.

Legal Shoreline Rights: Sardinia Regional Landscape Plan strictly limits commercial footprint to preserve pristine dune environments.

Arrival Logistics, Parking & Sun Exposure

Micro-logistics, parking payment taxonomy, and topographic shadow schedules.

Local Verified Logistics

Parking Payment & Rates

Free Parking

Free Verge / Unpaved Roadside

Follow local municipal parking signage to avoid fines during summer peak hours.

Sun Exposure & Cliff Shadows

Full-Day Unobstructed Sunlight

Open shoreline with full solar exposure from mid-morning through evening twilight.

Footwear & Karst Protection

Unnecessary (Soft Natural Sand)

Fine powder or golden sand allows comfortable barefoot wading into shallow depths.

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Yes

Showers

Yes

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Yes

Good for Kids

Yes

Dog Friendly

Lifeguard on Duty

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Yes

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Yes

Wheelchair Accessible

Snorkeling & Watersports

Yes

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Muravera, Sardinia. Accessible via regional coastal roads (39.236°N, 9.571°E).

•Gentle sandy gradient the whole way; easy for children.

•A long ribbon backed by low dunes and holiday villas, with the flat granite Scoglio di Peppino islet at its southern end.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

OLB / CAG · 35m drive

30-40 min drive to Emerald Coast beaches from Olbia (OLB).

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Frequently Asked Questions about Costa Rei

What is the water temperature at Costa Rei?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Costa Rei averages 25.9°C (79°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Costa Rei?

Costa Rei is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Muravera, Sardinia, Italy.

Is Costa Rei good for families with kids?

Yes, Costa Rei is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Costa Rei?

Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.

Getting Around & Activities

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Boat trips & guided activities along the coast.

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Airport & Port Transfers

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Private transfers with airport meet-and-greet.

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