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Hobart Weather Forecast

Plan your trip to Hobart, Australia with confidence. Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data, expect average temperatures of 17°C (high) to 9°C (low), with 355mm annual rainfall. The Coastal Waters averages 15°C for swimming. The best months to visit are January, February, March for optimal weather conditions. Explore daily forecasts for all 365 days.

Avg High
17°C

Peak in February

Avg Low
9°C

Coolest in July

Annual Rainfall
355mm

Heavy in November

Daily Sunshine
8hrs

Peak in dry season

Sea Temperature

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

14.5°C

Annual Average

Water Feel
🥶Polar Plunge

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Swim Rating
❄️Cold water hazard

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water
Coastal Waters

Ocean

Hobart coastline

Hobart Monthly Weather Guide

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Currency

AUD

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Language

English

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.565

Best Time to Visit Hobart

Location, climate overview & historical trends

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📍 42.8821° S, 147.3272° E

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Hobart is a prominent destination in Australia.

Located at 42.88°S latitude,Hobart experiences a temperate climate with four distinct seasons.

Based on 30 years of data, February is the warmest month (avg. 22°C), while July is the coolest. November sees the most rain (23% chance), making March the driest month.

Historical Climate Trend

30-Year Analysis

+1.26°C

Total over 30 years

+0.42°C

Per decade

Linear regression analysis of historical maximum temperatures for Hobart, based on 1995-2024 satellite data from NASA POWER.

Best Time to Visit

NASA POWER Data (1991-2021)

January, February, March

Best months to visit

17°C

Avg High

Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data,Hobart receives approximately 355mm of rainfall annually. These months offer optimal temperatures and minimal rain probability for your visit.

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Climate Trends

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1995-2040 Temperature Trend

+0.4°C
By 2040
Historical (NASA)Projected (CMIP6)
1995← Historical | Projected →2040

1995 Avg

15.9°

2024 Avg

17.1°

2040 Proj

17.5°

Historical Rate

+0.42°C

per decade (observed)

Projected Rate

+0.27°C

per decade (CMIP6)

🌡️ Hobart has warmed by +1.3°C since 1995. By 2040, an additional +0.4°C is projected (based on CMIP6 rate of 0.265°C/decade), for a total of +1.7°C from 1995 baseline.

NASA POWER (1995-2024) + CMIP6 (CMCC_CM2_VHR4, EC_Earth3P_HR, FGOALS_f3_H, HiRAM_SIT_HR, MRI_AGCM3_2_S, NICAM16_8S)

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Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Remote
16/ 100
Traffic Index

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Peak

Dec

Low

Nov

Monthly Traffic Distribution

36
Jan
39
Feb
39
Mar
33
Apr
38
May
29
Jun
25
Jul
29
Aug
28
Sep
25
Oct
24
Nov
39
Dec
Traffic Level
Low Season

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

6 Recommendations
COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Australia. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Australia.

Japanese Encephalitis

Japanese encephalitis is mainly a concern in the Murray River, and the Outer Torres Strait Islands area.Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or traveling at times outside of the Japanese encephalitis season.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Australia.If rabies exposures occur while in Australia, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Yellow Fever

CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Direct travel from United States: Vaccine isnotrequired.Travel from countries with risk for YF virus transmission: Vaccine isrequiredfor travelers ≥1 year old; this includes >12-hour airport transits or layovers in countries with risk for YF virus transmission.3Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

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Hobart Climate Data by Month

Historical temperature and precipitation averages

MonthAvg High C)Rain Probability (%)Status
January22°C17%✨ Perfect
February22°C15%✨ Perfect
March20°C14%✨ Perfect
April17°C16%😊 Pleasant
May14°C15%Neutral
June12°C17%Neutral
July12°C15%Neutral
August13°C20%Neutral
September15°C19%😊 Pleasant
October16°C22%😊 Pleasant
November18°C23%😊 Pleasant
December20°C19%✨ Perfect

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Hobart Weather FAQ

When is the best time to visit Hobart?

Honestly, look for months with mild temperatures (20°C-25°C) and low rain chance. Based on historical data, January, February, March are usually great choices.

When is the hottest month in Hobart?

February is historically the hottest month in Hobart with average highs of 22°C.

When does it rain the most in Hobart?

November typically sees the highest probability of rain (23%).

Is Hobart expensive?

Prices vary by season. The "Perfect" weather months usually coincide with peak tourist season and higher prices, while the rainy or cold months offer better deals.