Sardinia, Italy

Arutas

Arutas Beach is located on the western coast of Sardinia, specifically in the province of Cabras. With its sand and imposing rock formations, Arutas Beach is a quintessential beach destination in Sardinia that is perfect for families with children.

Its unique quality lies in the composition of its sand, which are tiny quartz grains known as "grains of rice," coming in varying shades of white, green, and light pink.

Discover accommodation options near Arutas Beach and enjoy its unique quartz "grains of rice" sand.

With modern amenities such as Wi-Fi, bars, restaurants, showers, toilets, and parking, visitors can enjoy their time at Arutas Beach comfortably.

What to do at Arutas?

Amenities

Arutas amenities include parking, toilet, Wi-Fi and shower.

Bars

Best bars near Arutas include Da Attilio Is Aruttas, Is Arutas beach and Chiosco Is Arutas.

Restaurants

One of the best restaurants near Arutas is Da Attilio Is Aruttas.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the picturesque view and beauty of the beach, with the sand made up of small quartz grains and interesting rock formations. Some visitors warn against taking sand from the beach and advise visiting during the week to avoid crowds. However, some reviewers mention that the beach can be very windy and the water can have big waves.

Where to Stay near Arutas?

Visitors to Arutas Beach often stay in the nearby town of Cabras, which offers a range of accommodations and is conveniently close to the beach. Many tourists also explore the surrounding area, including the Sinis Peninsula, to enjoy its natural beauty and historical sites.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Arutas?

Latitude: 39.9500394 / Longitude: 8.4027034

Arutas is located in Sardinia. The following map of Arutas shows the exact location.


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Arutas: Weather Today

📅 Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Today is not ideal for the beach at Arutas. Expect thunderstorms and a high chance of rain. The wind will be moderate, with stronger gusts possible. The maximum air temperature will be 14.9 °C. The sea temperature is 16.8 °C, and the waves will be around 1.0 m high. The sky will be heavily clouded, and the UV index is low.
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Air

Low / High11.8°C/14.9°C
Feels Like (High)13.2°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature16.8 °C
Wave Height1.0 m
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Rain

Rain Chance93%
Rainfall10 mm
Rain Duration15 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:31/17:01
Sunshine Hours0.0 hrs
UV Index0.7
Cloud Cover98%
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Wind

Speed20.3 km/h
Gusts36.7 km/h
DirectionSE

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