Geography of Tasmania
Geography of Tasmania: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Tasmania
St Kilda is 304 mi to the north, Melbourne is 308 mi to the north, Fitzroy is 309 mi to the north and Melbourne Airport is 320 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 42°2′27.2″S 146°48′31.3″E (-42.0409, 146.8087)
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Summary
Tasmania is a state in Australia. Tasmania is an Australian state or territory. It has a population of about 575.000. The capital is Hobart.
Right now it is 48°F (9°C) in Tasmania with mainly clear. It feels like 40°F. Today runs from 36°F to 50°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Tasmania is January, February, March and December. The climate is subarctic. June, July and September tend to be the least comfortable months. January is the warmest month with average highs near 65°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 34°F.
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In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 50°F is 3.4°F above the 47°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. photography is the strongest bet in Tasmania today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Tasmania month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65° | 46° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 65° | 45° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 62° | 45° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 55° | 41° | 2,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 51° | 39° | 1,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 45° | 35° | 2,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 44° | 34° | 3,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 47° | 35° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 48° | 36° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 52° | 36° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 57° | 40° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 61° | 43° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Tasmania?
Tasmania is a state in Australia. Its coordinates are -42.0409, 146.8087. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Tasmania right now?
It is currently 48°F (9°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 59% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Tasmania?
January, February, March and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Tasmania, which has a subarctic climate. June, July and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Tasmania in?
Tasmania observes Australia/Hobart (UTC+10:00). The local time is 1:19 PM.
How many people live in Tasmania?
Tasmania has a population of approximately 575.000.
What are the top things to do in Tasmania?
Popular options include Tasmania.
What places are in Tasmania?
Tasmania covers 2 places in this atlas, including Hobart and Tasmania.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (au-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 1:19 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
