Il Gabbiano
40.961° N, 8.213° ESandy beach · facing northeast
About the beach
Il Gabbiano, within Stintino (the province of Sassari, Sardinia), is a sandy beach on the Sea of Sardinia.
The beach faces northeast (36°). It is most sheltered when the Libeccio (SW) or Ostro (S) blows, as it comes from inland; with a Gregale (NE) or Tramontane (N) the wind blows from the sea onto the shore and can whip up waves. The orientation is derived from the coastline and is still being verified.
Sandy bottom: easy entry into the water, just take care when the sea is rough.
Bathing water quality: excellent (European EEA classification, 2025 season).
7-day forecast
| Day | Morning | Afternoon | Temp. |
|---|---|---|---|
| TODAY 13 oct | 52 | 67 | 23°C |
| WED 14 oct | 85 | 83 | 24°C |
| THU 15 oct | 76 | 88 | 24°C |
| FRI 16 oct | 88 | 82 | 24°C |
| SAT 17 oct | 79 | 91 | 23°C |
| SUN 18 oct | 73 | 64 | 24°C |
| MON 19 oct | 33 | 40 | 24°C |
Where is Il Gabbiano
Il Gabbiano is located in the municipality of Stintino, in the province of Sassari, in Sardinia. Coordinates: 40.96064, 8.21291.
2.6 km as the crow flies from the centre of Stintino and 39 km from Sassari, the provincial capital.
Winds and shelter at Il Gabbiano
The effect of each wind on this beach, which faces northeast (36°): what matters is where it comes from relative to the coast, not just its strength.
| Wind | From | Effect here |
|---|---|---|
| Tramontane | north | From the sea onto the shore: waves and rough sea |
| Gregale | northeast | From the sea onto the shore: waves and rough sea |
| Levante | east | Cross-shore, from the sea: some waves possible |
| Sirocco | southeast | Cross-shore, from inland: moderate effect |
| Ostro | south | From inland: sheltered, calmer sea |
| Libeccio | southwest | From inland: sheltered, calmer sea |
| Ponente | west | Cross-shore, from inland: moderate effect |
| Mistral | northwest | Cross-shore, from the sea: some waves possible |
Questions about Il Gabbiano
Can you swim at Il Gabbiano today?
Today (afternoon) the sea score at Il Gabbiano is 67/100 (Good Conditions): waves 0.6 m, wind 7 km/h, temperature 23°C. Enjoyable Sea Today. The score is updated twice a day based on waves, wind relative to the beach's orientation, rain and temperature.
Where is Il Gabbiano?
Stintino (SS), Sardinia, 39 km as the crow flies from Sassari.
Which wind is Il Gabbiano sheltered from?
Sheltered with the Libeccio (SW) or Ostro (S); exposed with the Gregale (NE) or Tramontane (N).
Is Il Gabbiano sandy or rocky?
Il Gabbiano is a sandy beach.
How is the water quality at Il Gabbiano?
Excellent (EEA classification, 2025 season).