What is the weather like in Hobart in April?

Expect temperatures between 9°C and 17°C with 16% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Hobart in April?

Hobart in April scores 64/100 based on 30 years of climate data. A reasonable choice for your trip.

Who should visit Hobart in April?

April in Hobart is ideal for: Families with children, Outdoor enthusiasts, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples, Business travelers.

Hobart Weather in April | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

17°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

9°C

Coolest around day 30

Rainy Days

0days

16% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Sea Temperature in April

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

15.8°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

💧Refreshing

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

🏄Cool, wetsuits recommended

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Hobart coastline

Essential Travel Info for Hobart

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Currency

AUD

$ Australian dollar

Language

English

Driving

Left side

Connect

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.565

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Remote

16/ 100

Traffic Index

Off the beaten path

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Key Connections

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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

Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is April a Good Time to Visit Hobart?

👌A reasonable choice for your trip(64/100)

Short Answer

Don't expect beach weather in Hobart's April: 15.8°C cold seas despite 17°C air temps. Coastal scenery remains beautiful, just pack warm layers.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Peak tourist season

85% of annual peak - expect crowds and high prices

Cold sea - swimming challenging

15.8°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Dengue

Calm, family-friendly seas

0.39m wave height - Lake-like

Good For

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Families with children
Comfortable 17.1°C temperatures and low 16% rain risk
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 17.1°C, 16% rain chance
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 94/100 with romantic weather conditions
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 15.8°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
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Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
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Elderly travelers
75% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Hobart in April averages 17°C with 16% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Hobart in April

What are the temperatures in Hobart in April?

Daytime highs average 17°C, nights drop to 9°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Hobart in April?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Hobart in April?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is April peak season in Hobart?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Hobart Weather in April

Sea Temperature in April

Hobart April Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Hobart

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis B

Japanese Encephalitis

Measles

Rabies

Yellow Fever

Is April a Good Time to Visit Hobart?

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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