Climate Insights for Hobart
City of Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Climate Overview
The climate in Hobart is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 701 mm of precipitation falls per year. Hobart receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Hobart is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: January, February, March. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.The climate in Hobart is temperate. The average annual temperature is 54°F and approximately 27.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Hobart receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Hobart is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: January, February, March. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 42°F.
Temperature
Hobart sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 6°C to 21°C. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 17°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 8°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Hobart sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 42°F to 70°F. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 70°F with a mean of 62°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 42°F and an average of 47°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Hobart is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 701 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 58 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 79 mm of rainfall. November and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 44 mm. That's 35 mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Hobart is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 27.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.3 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 3.1 in of rainfall. November and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.7 in. That's 1.4 in less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Hobart is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Hobart is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Hobart is during January, February and March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 46 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 6°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Hobart is during January, February and March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 61°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.8 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 42°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hobart based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hobart based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.