Monte Rasu

Mountain Sardinian massif featuring granite peaks and forests

In central Sardinia, Monte Rasu rises among chestnut and oak forests. Hikers visit for shaded trails, granite outcrops and nearby traditional mountain villages.

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Monte Rasu
40.4167, 9.0000

How to Get to Monte Rasu #

Monte Rasu is reached by regional roads in Sardinia; the nearest larger towns provide car access and local roads lead to trailheads. Public transport is limited, so private vehicle or arranged transport is recommended.

Tips for Visiting Monte Rasu #

  • For the best experience, aim for a weekday in shoulder season to avoid crowds on the mountain's few well-known trails.
  • Local shepherd paths can be indistinct; use a detailed topographic map and GPS if venturing off main routes.
  • Combine a visit with local rural villages to taste traditional Sardinian food and learn about shepherding traditions.

Best Time to Visit Monte Rasu #

Late spring to early summer and early autumn are the best times for hiking and rural exploration.

Spring-Early Summer
April-June · 10-22°C
Flowers and milder weather make the mountain pleasant for day hikes.
Autumn
September-October · 12-20°C
Cooler temperatures and clearer skies; good for long walks and lower crowd levels.

Weather & Climate near Monte Rasu #

Climate

Monte Rasu's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (968 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
-3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

117 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

115 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.5h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
13.1h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm).

73 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
14.3h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 20°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
14.8h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 12 mm and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
14.6h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
13.6h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 20°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm).

69 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 16°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

129 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (130 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

130 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

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