Tasmania Weather Forecast
Tasmania weather: 43°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Tasmania?
Possibly - there is a 27% chance in Tasmania today.
A 27% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,8 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Wed and Sat.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (0,8 in against a typical 1,0 in).
16-day forecast for Tasmania
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 44° / 34° | 27% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 49° / 39° | 100% · 0,1 in | 17 mph | 4 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 53° / 39° | 28% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌥️ Fog | 66° / 41° | 6% | 11 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌦️ Light showers | 49° / 40° | 94% · 0,5 in | 12 mph | 3 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 53° / 34° | 24% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 55° / 33° | 20% | 9 mph | 3 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 54° / 36° | 41% · 0,3 in | 8 mph | 1 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 57° / 36° | 60% · 0,2 in | 14 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 46° / 35° | 69% · 0,2 in | 17 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 48° / 37° | 53% · 0,4 in | 13 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 56° / 38° | 39% · 0,3 in | 13 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 50° / 32° | 43% · 0,2 in | 17 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 44° / 31° | 45% · 0,2 in | 12 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | 🌥️ Fog | 46° / 31° | 36% | 12 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Nov 11 | ☁️ Overcast | 57° / 40° | 23% | 8 mph | 8 |
What this means for Tasmania
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 44°F is 6.5°F below the 50°F typical for this month.
A 27% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
Gusts to 41 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 48°F.
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 41 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 43°F (6°C) with overcast. Humidity is 63% and wind is 14 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 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 5:18 PM.
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 October 27, 2026 at 5:18 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
