Climate of Tasmania, Australia
Area-weighted average across Tasmania. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Tasmania, a subdivision of Australia, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 6.1°C / 43°F in July to 14.9°C / 58.8°F in February, with rainfall from 62 mm / 2.4 in to 146 mm / 5.7 in depending on the season (1317 mm / 51.9 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.6°C58.3°F | 80 mm3.1″ | — |
| February | 14.9°C58.8°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
| March | 13.4°C56.1°F | 82 mm3.2″ | — |
| April | 11°C51.8°F | 107 mm4.2″ | — |
| May | 8.8°C47.8°F | 125 mm4.9″ | — |
| June | 6.7°C44.1°F | 120 mm4.7″ | — |
| July | 6.1°C43°F | 146 mm5.7″ | — |
| August | 6.7°C44.1°F | 146 mm5.7″ | — |
| September | 8.1°C46.6°F | 130 mm5.1″ | — |
| October | 9.8°C49.6°F | 118 mm4.6″ | — |
| November | 11.5°C52.7°F | 101 mm4″ | — |
| December | 13.1°C55.6°F | 100 mm3.9″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Tasmania?
Tasmania, Australia does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is February at 14.9°C / 58.8°F, and the driest is February at 62 mm / 2.4 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Tasmania?
Tasmania, Australia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 6.1°C / 43°F in July to 14.9°C / 58.8°F in February. Annual rainfall averages about 1317 mm / 51.9 in, with the wettest month being July (146 mm / 5.7 in) and the driest February (62 mm / 2.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Tasmania?
The hottest month in Tasmania is February, with an area-wide average temperature of 14.9°C / 58.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Tasmania?
The coldest month in Tasmania is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 6.1°C / 43°F.
When does it rain most in Tasmania?
The wettest month in Tasmania is July, averaging about 146 mm / 5.7 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 62 mm / 2.4 in.