May is Sardinia before the world arrives. 17–24°C, water 18–20°C (fresh but swimmable), wildflowers everywhere, and you’ll have La Pelosa to yourself.
Plan this trip →Every beach accessible. Costa Smeralda not yet in billionaire mode. South coast (Chia, Villasimius) in full bloom. Interior: Barbagia villages celebrating rural festivals. Sant’Efisio (May 1, Cagliari): 4-day pilgrimage with traditional costumes, the biggest festival in Sardinia.
Shoulder. Costa Smeralda €80–150 (vs. €200–500 in Aug). South Sardinia €50–90. Car rental €25–40/day.