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

📅 Sunday, August 17, 2025
Today is looking like a decent beach day at Arutas. Expect a high of 29.6 °C. The sea temperature is a comfortable 26.7 °C, ideal for swimming, with gentle waves around 0.6 m. Be aware that there may be some fog which could affect visibility. The sun will be strong, with a UV index of 7.65, so make sure to apply sunscreen. The wind will be moderate, occasionally stronger.
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Air

Low / High22.8°C/29.6°C
Feels Like (High)34°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature26.7 °C
Wave Height0.6 m
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Rain

Rain Chance3%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:40/20:20
Sunshine Hours12.3 hrs
UV Index7.65
Cloud Cover37%
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Wind

Speed19.2 km/h
Gusts33.5 km/h
DirectionSW

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