Hobart Travel Guide
Hobart travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 65°F (18°C) in Hobart with overcast. It feels like 58°F. Today runs from 49°F to 68°F. Chance of precipitation is 53%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.1/10 - 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 slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 68°F is 5.9°F above the 62°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Hobart today at 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.
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)
Weather in Hobart right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:42 PM, Oct 1 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 59° / 47°
Light drizzle · 46% rain · wind 8 mph
☁️ 56° / 44°
Overcast · 85% rain · wind 7 mph
Quick facts about Hobart
Things to do in Hobart
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Hobart.
Best time to visit Hobart
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
- Layers - the daily swing is 58°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
Explore Hobart
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 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 65°F (18°C) with overcast. Humidity is 44% and wind is 11 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 4:42 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.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - 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 1, 2026 at 4:42 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
