Spiaggia del Lazzaretto
40.583° N, 8.248° ESandy beach · facing southeast
About the beach
Spiaggia del Lazzaretto is a sandy beach in the municipality of Alghero, in the province of Sassari (Sardinia), on the Sea of Sardinia.
Facing southeast (151°), 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 | 79 | 25°C |
| WED 14 oct | 76 | 79 | 24°C |
| THU 15 oct | 85 | 79 | 24°C |
| FRI 16 oct | 85 | 97 | 25°C |
| SAT 17 oct | 76 | 79 | 23°C |
| SUN 18 oct | 74 | 55 | 24°C |
| MON 19 oct | 49 | 58 | 25°C |
Where is Spiaggia del Lazzaretto
Spiaggia del Lazzaretto is located in the municipality of Alghero, in the province of Sassari, in Sardinia. Coordinates: 40.58254, 8.24755.
6.3 km as the crow flies from the centre of Alghero and 31 km from Sassari, the provincial capital.
Winds and shelter at Spiaggia del Lazzaretto
The effect of each wind on this beach, which faces southeast (151°): 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 Spiaggia del Lazzaretto
Can you swim at Spiaggia del Lazzaretto today?
Today (afternoon) the sea score at Spiaggia del Lazzaretto is 79/100 (Good Conditions): waves 0.5 m, wind 10 km/h, temperature 25°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 Spiaggia del Lazzaretto?
Alghero (SS), Sardinia, 31 km as the crow flies from Sassari.
Which wind is Spiaggia del Lazzaretto sheltered from?
Sheltered with the Mistral (NW) or Tramontane (N); exposed with the Sirocco (SE) or Ostro (S).
Is Spiaggia del Lazzaretto sandy or rocky?
Spiaggia del Lazzaretto is a sandy beach.
How is the water quality at Spiaggia del Lazzaretto?
Excellent (EEA classification, 2025 season).