Tasmania Travel Guide
Tasmania travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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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 40°F (5°C) in Tasmania with overcast. It feels like 30°F. Today runs from 35°F to 46°F. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.9/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Tasmania is January, February, March and December. The climate is temperate. June, July and August 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.
Nearby highlights include Tasmania.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 46°F is 6.3°F below the 52°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. running is the strongest bet in Tasmania today at 8.7/10. Gusts to 31 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Tasmania
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 42°2′27.2″S 146°48′31.3″E (-42.0409, 146.8087)
Weather in Tasmania right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:06 AM, Oct 27 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 56° / 46°
Drizzle · 75% rain · wind 15 mph
☁️ 54° / 38°
Overcast · 19% rain · wind 13 mph
Quick facts about Tasmania
Things to do in Tasmania
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Tasmania.
Best time to visit Tasmania
Go in January, February, March and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, July and August - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 31 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
Cities in Tasmania
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Islands in Tasmania
1 islands mapped in this atlas
Explore Tasmania
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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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 40°F (5°C) with overcast. Humidity is 69% and wind is 13 mph.
When is the best time to visit Tasmania?
January, February, March and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Tasmania, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Tasmania in?
Tasmania observes Australia/Hobart (UTC+11:00). The local time is 11:06 AM.
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 October 27, 2026 at 11:06 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
