Santo Stefano (island) Island
Small Sardinian island with historic fortress ruins
Near the Maddalena archipelago off Sardinia, Santo Stefano Island sits close to boat routes and rocky coves; day‑trippers and boaters stop for swimming, short hikes and coastal scenery.
Santo Stefano (island) at a Glance#
About Santo Stefano (island)#
Santo Stefano is a small island in the La Maddalena archipelago off the north coast of Sardinia, Italy, within the administrative region of Sardinia.
In the 20th century the island hosted naval facilities and has been used for military and maritime purposes; that presence has shaped access and land use on the island.
Santo Stefano sits in the Strait of Bonifacio area of the Tyrrhenian Sea, immediately adjacent to La Maddalena in northern Sardinia.
- Archipelago location: The island is part of the Maddalena archipelago off northern Sardinia and lies adjacent to the island of La Maddalena across a narrow channel.
How to Get to Santo Stefano (island)#
Access is by private boat or by arranging a local charter from La Maddalena or Palau. Regular public ferries generally serve the larger islands; check local operators for landing options at Santo Stefano.
Tips for Visiting Santo Stefano (island)#
- If landing is allowed, respect private‑island rules-Santo Stefano is small and access can be controlled.
- Bring binoculars for seabird and coastline watching-Sardinian islands have distinct avian life.
- Check ferry schedules from La Maddalena or Palau; services are seasonal and can be cancelled in rough weather.
Best Time to Visit Santo Stefano (island)#
Late spring through early autumn is the best time for visiting Sardinia's small islands by boat; services are seasonal.
Weather & Climate near Santo Stefano (island)#
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 28°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 8° - 13° | 11° | 41 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 5.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.4h |
| February | Good | 8° - 13° | 11° | 46 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 5.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.5h |
| March | Good | 9° - 15° | 12° | 47 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 5.3 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 11° - 17° | 14° | 39 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 5.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 13.2h |
| May | Excellent | 14° - 21° | 17° | 25 mm | some cloud | 71% | 4.5 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.4h |
| June | Ideal | 18° - 25° | 21° | 13 mm | mostly sunny | 65% | 4.7 m/s | 2.0 very high | 15.0h |
| July | Ideal | 21° - 28° | 25° | 7 mm | clear | 61% | 4.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.7h |
| August | Ideal | 21° - 28° | 25° | 18 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 4.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Ideal | 19° - 25° | 22° | 28 mm | some cloud | 69% | 4.4 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 15° - 21° | 18° | 60 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 4.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Very Good | 12° - 17° | 14° | 57 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.7h |
| December | Good | 9° - 14° | 12° | 73 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 5.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.1h |
