Spiaggia del Cavalcavia
40.547° N, 8.321° ESandy beach · facing southwest
About the beach
In the municipality of Alghero, in the province of Sassari (Sardinia), Spiaggia del Cavalcavia is a sandy beach on the Sea of Sardinia.
Orientation: southwest (247°). An offshore wind, i.e. the Gregale (NE) or Levante (E), keeps it calm; the Libeccio (SW) or Ponente (W) 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 | 79 | 88 | 25°C |
| WED 14 oct | 94 | 94 | 25°C |
| THU 15 oct | 94 | 85 | 25°C |
| FRI 16 oct | 91 | 82 | 25°C |
| SAT 17 oct | 85 | 81 | 24°C |
| SUN 18 oct | 73 | 67 | 24°C |
| MON 19 oct | 70 | 58 | 25°C |
Where is Spiaggia del Cavalcavia
Spiaggia del Cavalcavia is located in the municipality of Alghero, in the province of Sassari, in Sardinia. Coordinates: 40.54651, 8.32071.
1.4 km as the crow flies from the centre of Alghero and 28 km from Sassari, the provincial capital.
Winds and shelter at Spiaggia del Cavalcavia
The effect of each wind on this beach, which faces southwest (247°): what matters is where it comes from relative to the coast, not just its strength.
| Wind | From | Effect here |
|---|---|---|
| Tramontane | north | Cross-shore, from inland: moderate effect |
| Gregale | northeast | From inland: sheltered, calmer sea |
| Levante | east | From inland: sheltered, calmer sea |
| Sirocco | southeast | Cross-shore, from inland: moderate effect |
| Ostro | south | Cross-shore, from the sea: some waves possible |
| Libeccio | southwest | From the sea onto the shore: waves and rough sea |
| Ponente | west | From the sea onto the shore: waves and rough sea |
| Mistral | northwest | Cross-shore, from the sea: some waves possible |
Questions about Spiaggia del Cavalcavia
Can you swim at Spiaggia del Cavalcavia today?
Today (afternoon) the sea score at Spiaggia del Cavalcavia is 88/100 (Perfect Conditions): waves 0.5 m, wind 11 km/h, temperature 25°C. Go to the beach now. The score is updated twice a day based on waves, wind relative to the beach's orientation, rain and temperature.
Where is Spiaggia del Cavalcavia?
Alghero (SS), Sardinia, 28 km as the crow flies from Sassari.
Which wind is Spiaggia del Cavalcavia sheltered from?
Sheltered with the Gregale (NE) or Levante (E); exposed with the Libeccio (SW) or Ponente (W).
Is Spiaggia del Cavalcavia sandy or rocky?
Spiaggia del Cavalcavia is a sandy beach.
How is the water quality at Spiaggia del Cavalcavia?
Excellent (EEA classification, 2025 season).