October 6 is generally a great time to visit Hobart. While there is a slight chance of rain (22%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 16°C weather. It's a lively time to explore Hobart, with most attractions operating at full capacity. Note: October 6 is King's Birthday in Hobart, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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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 October 6
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 15.6°C. 22% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Hobart in October
Based on historical data for October 6, Hobart typically experiences temperatures between 7.4°C and 15.6°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (22% 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
15.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
7.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
15.6°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
22%
Avg 1.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
63%
Overcast
Pressure
1012.2 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 86% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 22 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 33 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 55 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
10.4°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
Holiday
King's Birthday
Flight Traffic
Busy
64/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~25
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Hobart
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:37
☀️ Noon
13:00
🌇 Sunset
19:23
⏱️ Daylight
12h 45m
Wind Speed
19.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
71%
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.
Mild discomfort possible for arthritic conditions.
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 October 6 averages 15.6°C with a 22% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 82/100."
— 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
October 3
16°C • 25% rain
Score
83
October 4
15.9°C • 24% rain
Score
83
October 10
15.3°C • 21% rain
Score
83
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📍 Is Hobart Worth Visiting on October 6?
Planning a trip to Hobart on October 6? 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 15.6°C with a 22% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with King's Birthday, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 25 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 12.1°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.47m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 6 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 19.1°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to 2°C in 2020.