Punta Molentis
39.134° N, 9.556° ESandy beach · facing southeast
About the beach
Punta Molentis is a sandy beach in the municipality of Villasimius, in the province of Cagliari (Sardinia), on the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Facing southeast (148°), it is sheltered with the Mistral (NW) or Tramontane (N); with the Sirocco (SE) or Ostro (S), which comes from the sea, it gets rougher.
Sandy bottom: easy entry into the water, just take care when the sea is rough.
In the latest European EEA classification (2025 season) the bathing water is rated excellent.
7-day forecast
| Day | Morning | Afternoon | Temp. |
|---|---|---|---|
| TODAY 13 oct | 73 | 76 | 24°C |
| WED 14 oct | 73 | 67 | 25°C |
| THU 15 oct | 85 | 84 | 24°C |
| FRI 16 oct | 85 | 82 | 26°C |
| SAT 17 oct | 76 | 86 | 24°C |
| SUN 18 oct | 81 | 76 | 23°C |
| MON 19 oct | 46 | 44 | 22°C |
Where is Punta Molentis
Punta Molentis is located in the municipality of Villasimius, in the province of Cagliari, in Sardinia. Coordinates: 39.13354, 9.55612.
3.2 km as the crow flies from the centre of Villasimius and 39 km from Cagliari, the provincial capital.
Winds and shelter at Punta Molentis
The effect of each wind on this beach, which faces southeast (148°): what matters is where it comes from relative to the coast, not just its strength.
| Wind | From | Effect here |
|---|---|---|
| Tramontane | north | From inland: sheltered, calmer sea |
| Gregale | northeast | Cross-shore, from inland: moderate effect |
| Levante | east | Cross-shore, from the sea: some waves possible |
| Sirocco | southeast | From the sea onto the shore: waves and rough sea |
| Ostro | south | From the sea onto the shore: waves and rough sea |
| Libeccio | southwest | Cross-shore, from the sea: some waves possible |
| Ponente | west | Cross-shore, from inland: moderate effect |
| Mistral | northwest | From inland: sheltered, calmer sea |
Questions about Punta Molentis
Can you swim at Punta Molentis today?
Today (afternoon) the sea score at Punta Molentis is 76/100 (Good Conditions): waves 0.7 m, wind 17 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 Punta Molentis?
Villasimius (CA), Sardinia, 39 km as the crow flies from Cagliari.
Which wind is Punta Molentis sheltered from?
Sheltered with the Mistral (NW) or Tramontane (N); exposed with the Sirocco (SE) or Ostro (S).
Is Punta Molentis sandy or rocky?
Punta Molentis is a sandy beach.
How is the water quality at Punta Molentis?
Excellent (EEA classification, 2025 season).