HOTTEST (AVG)
in Australia
#13 / 14
Hobart, Australia
The climate in Hobart is temperate, with annual average temperatures spanning 12°C / 53°F during July up to 22°C / 72°F in January.
Annual rainfall patterns show an average of 51 mm / 2.0 inches per month, with November being the wettest (59 mm / 2.3 inches) and February the driest (45 mm / 1.8 inches).
UV peaks in January (index 9) and drops to its lowest in June (index 2); strong sun protection is essential during summer months.
Daylight hours range from about 9.1 hours in June to 15.3 hours in December.
Whether you prefer warm summers or milder winters, Hobart provides varied conditions throughout the year.
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Climate at a glance
The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Hobart.
Typical range
High / low
Average highs up to 22.4°C and lows down to 4.2°C.
Rain pattern
Wettest month
November averages 59 mm.
UV
Typical peak band
Typical peak UV is High.
Daylight
Seasonal range
Roughly 9 hrs to 15 hrs.
Wind
Typical strength
Average around 16 km/h, peaking in September.
When should I go?
Our top-rated months for visiting Hobart, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions
Typical weather by month
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How Hobart compares
See how it ranks against the rest of Australia for key metrics.
COOLEST (AVG)
in Australia
#3 / 14
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in Australia
#12 / 14
WINDIEST (AVG)
in Australia
#3 / 14
HIGHEST UV
in Australia
#14 / 14
MOST HUMID
in Australia
#10 / 14
Short term outlook
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Frequently asked questions
How does the weather in Hobart feel over the year?
On a typical year, you can expect highs around 17°C (63°F) and lows near 8°C (46°F). Conditions usually feel mild in the daytime and cool once the sun goes down. Expect a mix of sun and cloud across the year.
When is the best time to visit Hobart for dry weather?
The driest month is usually February, with around 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain. Most other months sit somewhere in between, with a mix of dry and showery days.
When is sun exposure strongest in Hobart?
UV tends to peak in January, when UV levels frequently reach very high levels (around 9), so strong sun protection is essential, especially around midday.
Is Hobart a windy place?
Across the year, average winds sit around 16 km/h (10 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 72 km/h (45 mph). Overall it is it is a notably windy place, and strong gusts are fairly common.
How much daylight does Hobart get?
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.