Hobart weather in August (Tasmania, Tasmania)

How is August weather typically in Hobart? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

Typically, August in Hobart includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Winter occurs in August. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 14°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 5°C.

Precipitation

Hobart in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 54 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 15 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 178 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February, March and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June and July tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Hobart climate page with graphs.

 

Hobart, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Water Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 54 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 56%  

Windspeed 11 km/h  

Sunshine 178 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 58%  

Where to go in Tasmania in August

Find out more about the weather in Tasmania and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 13°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Hobart.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Tasmania? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Tasmania. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.