Tasmania Weather Forecast
Tasmania weather: 37°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Tasmania weather in February
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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 | 64° | 45° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 63° | 44° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 61° | 44° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 53° | 40° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 50° | 38° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 45° | 34° | 7,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 44° | 33° | 6,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 45° | 35° | 4,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| September | 47° | 35° | 6,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | 50° | 35° | 4,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 56° | 40° | 4,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 60° | 42° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Tasmania
Go in January, February and March. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, July and September - 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
- Insulated outer layer, hat and boots with grip for ice
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid high-elevation trails without traction devices - frozen surfaces persist in shade all day.
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 41 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Tasmania compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Tasmania.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | 121 mi | 55°F | +42°F warmer | 22 in |
| St Kilda | 253 mi | 60°F | +46°F warmer | 31 in |
| Melbourne | 257 mi | 59°F | +46°F warmer | 30 in |
| Fitzroy | 258 mi | 59°F | +46°F warmer | 30 in |
| Melbourne Airport | 268 mi | 59°F | +46°F warmer | 30 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Tasmania?
Tasmania is an island in Tasmania. Its coordinates are -41.4545, 145.9707. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Tasmania right now?
It is currently 37°F (3°C) with overcast. Humidity is 97% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Tasmania?
January, February and March 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 7:12 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Tasmania?
The closest airports are Melbourne Airport (MEL), 268 mi away.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (islands) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 26, 2026 at 7:12 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
