Pittulongu "Lo Squalo"
40.942° N, 9.568° ESandy beach · facing east
About the beach
In the municipality of Olbia, in the province of Gallura Nord-Est Sardegna (Sardinia), Pittulongu "Lo Squalo" is a sandy beach on the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Orientation: east (94°). An offshore wind, i.e. the Ponente (W) or Mistral (NW), keeps it calm; the Levante (E) or Sirocco (SE) hits it from the sea and can raise waves.
Sandy bottom: easy entry into the water, just take care when the sea is rough.
Bathing water rated excellent by the EEA (2025 season).
7-day forecast
| Day | Morning | Afternoon | Temp. |
|---|---|---|---|
| TODAY 13 oct | 73 | 67 | 24°C |
| WED 14 oct | 82 | 67 | 24°C |
| THU 15 oct | 76 | 85 | 26°C |
| FRI 16 oct | 94 | 100 | 27°C |
| SAT 17 oct | 85 | 78 | 24°C |
| SUN 18 oct | 76 | 73 | 24°C |
| MON 19 oct | 68 | 58 | 24°C |
Where is Pittulongu "Lo Squalo"
Pittulongu "Lo Squalo" is located in the municipality of Olbia, in the province of Gallura Nord-Est Sardegna, in Sardinia. Coordinates: 40.94225, 9.56804.
5.9 km as the crow flies from the centre of Olbia, the provincial capital.
Winds and shelter at Pittulongu "Lo Squalo"
With the coast facing east (94°), every wind blows from inland, across or from the sea: here is what changes.
| Wind | From | Effect here |
|---|---|---|
| Tramontane | north | Cross-shore, from inland: moderate effect |
| Gregale | northeast | Cross-shore, from the sea: some waves possible |
| Levante | east | From the sea onto the shore: waves and rough sea |
| Sirocco | southeast | From the sea onto the shore: waves and rough sea |
| Ostro | south | Cross-shore, from the sea: some waves possible |
| Libeccio | southwest | Cross-shore, from inland: moderate effect |
| Ponente | west | From inland: sheltered, calmer sea |
| Mistral | northwest | From inland: sheltered, calmer sea |
Questions about Pittulongu "Lo Squalo"
Can you swim at Pittulongu "Lo Squalo" today?
Today (afternoon) the sea score at Pittulongu "Lo Squalo" is 67/100 (Good Conditions): waves 0.6 m, wind 10 km/h, temperature 24°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 Pittulongu "Lo Squalo"?
Olbia (OT), Sardinia.
Which wind is Pittulongu "Lo Squalo" sheltered from?
Sheltered with the Ponente (W) or Mistral (NW); exposed with the Levante (E) or Sirocco (SE).
Is Pittulongu "Lo Squalo" sandy or rocky?
Pittulongu "Lo Squalo" is a sandy beach.
How is the water quality at Pittulongu "Lo Squalo"?
Excellent (EEA classification, 2025 season).