Lago del Coghinas
Lake Reservoir in Sardinia supplying irrigation and recreation
In northern Sardinia, the Lago del Coghinas reservoir supplies irrigation and recreation; anglers, windsurfers and birdwatchers use its shores, and nearby villages offer rural Sardinian cuisine.
Lago del Coghinas is an artificial reservoir on the island of Sardinia in Italy, formed by impounding the Coghinas river. It is a significant water resource for the surrounding agricultural areas.
The lake is used for irrigation and hydroelectric purposes and also supports local recreational activities such as boating and birdwatching at accessible shoreline points. Visitor facilities are concentrated near access roads and local towns.
The reservoir was created by dam construction on the Coghinas river to regulate flows and supply water for agriculture and power generation; the dam remains the principal engineered feature of the site.
The lake lies inland in northern Sardinia within the administrative region of Sardinia, near towns and agricultural areas that depend on the reservoir for water supply. Road access connects it to nearby settlements and to regional routes.
- Usage: The reservoir is one of Sardinia's principal artificial lakes and is used for irrigation and hydroelectric purposes as well as local recreation.
- Visitor access: Shoreline access and boating are available at specific points rather than continuous public beaches, so check local access before visiting.
What to See #
- Diga del Coghinas: The dam structure that impounds the reservoir and regulates flow on the Coghinas river for irrigation and power purposes.
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Weather & Climate near Lago del Coghinas #
Lago del Coghinas's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (598 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 7 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with 90 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.