City in Tasmania

Geography of Hobart

Geography of Hobart: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.

☁️ 56°F now🕔 8:17 PM local📅 Best: January, February, March and December👥 250.000

Geography of Hobart

Latitude-42.8821
Longitude147.3272
HemisphereSouthern

Tasmania is 121 mi to the north-west, St Kilda is 368 mi to the north, Melbourne is 372 mi to the north and Fitzroy is 372 mi to the north.

Map of Hobart

Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.

Coordinates: 42°52′55.6″S 147°19′37.9″E (-42.8821, 147.3272)

Quick facts about Hobart

TypeCity
StateTasmania
CountryAustralia
ContinentOceania
Coordinates42°52′55.6″S 147°19′37.9″E (-42.8821, 147.3272)
Population250.000
Known forMONA and Mount Wellington
Local time8:17 PM (UTC+10:00)
Best monthsJanuary, February, March and December
ClimateTemperate

Summary

Hobart is a city in Tasmania. Hobart is known for MONA and Mount Wellington. It has a population of about 250.000.

Right now it is 56°F (13°C) in Hobart with overcast. It feels like 55°F. Today runs from 46°F to 60°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.1/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Hobart is January, February, March and December. The climate is temperate. June, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 74°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 40°F.

Nearby highlights include Tasmania.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 60°F is in line with the 57°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Hobart today at 9.8/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

Climate in Hobart month by month

Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecLine: average high · Bars: rainfall
MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRating
January72°55°1,8 in★★★★★
February74°54°0,9 in★★★★★
March71°53°1,3 in★★★★
April64°48°1,5 in★★★★
May60°46°1,9 in★★★★
June55°42°1,9 in★★★☆☆
July54°40°2,2 in★★★☆☆
August57°42°1,3 in★★★★
September59°44°1,9 in★★★★
October62°46°2,2 in★★★★
November65°49°3,0 in★★★★
December69°52°2,6 in★★★★

Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).

Explore Hobart

Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.

Geography for related places

Frequently asked questions

Where is Hobart?

Hobart is a city in Tasmania. Its coordinates are -42.8821, 147.3272. It lies in Oceania.

What is the weather like in Hobart right now?

It is currently 56°F (13°C) with overcast. Humidity is 81% and wind is 2 mph.

When is the best time to visit Hobart?

January, February, March and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Hobart, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Hobart in?

Hobart observes Australia/Hobart (UTC+10:00). The local time is 8:17 PM.

How many people live in Hobart?

Hobart has a population of approximately 250.000.

What are the top things to do in Hobart?

Popular options include Tasmania.

Related articles

Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 25, 2026 at 8:17 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
Written byWriter at USPOTUS

Davil Hofile is a writer at USPOTUS covering breaking news, NFL updates, viral stories, entertainment, pets, and lifestyle. He specializes in transforming complex news into clear, trustworthy, and engaging articles that help readers quickly understand what's happening across the United States. His reporting follows Google's E-E-A-T guidelines, emphasizing accuracy, credible sources, and practical value for readers.

More from Davil Hofile