April 8 is generally a great time to visit Hobart. While there is a slight chance of rain (17%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 18°C weather. As it's peak season for Hobart, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Hobart
Currency
AUD
$ Australian dollar
Language
English
Driving
Left side
Connect
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.565
Hobart Weather Forecast for April 8
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 17.6°C. 17% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Hobart in April
Based on historical data for April 8, Hobart typically experiences temperatures between 9.3°C and 17.6°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (17% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Hobart
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
17.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
9.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
17.6°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
17%
Avg 0.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
62%
Overcast
Pressure
1016.3 hPa
High volatility
Hobart Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 93% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 67 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 101 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 168 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.9°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Australia
Flight Traffic
High
85/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~33
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Hobart
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:35
☀️ Noon
13:13
🌇 Sunset
18:52
⏱️ Daylight
11h 16m
Wind Speed
15.9 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Hobart
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Hobart on April 8 averages 17.6°C with a 17% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 93/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Hobart Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
April 2
17.7°C • 13% rain
Score
99
April 3
17.7°C • 15% rain
Score
99
April 15
17.6°C • 12% rain
Score
99
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Hobart Worth Visiting on April 8?
Planning a trip to Hobart on April 8? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 17.6°C with a 17% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 33 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Australia, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 16.2°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.49m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.9°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 7.7°C in 2020.