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Launceston weather in October (Tasmania)

How is the weather in Launceston in October? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In October, Launceston generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 17°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 5°C.

Launceston in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 66 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 16 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 257 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures January, February, March and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Launceston, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 66 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 54%  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 257 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Tasmania in October

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

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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 Launceston in October?

For visitors traveling to Launceston, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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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 climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.