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Hobart Climate by Month

The weather in Hobart sees moderate temperature fluctuations over the course of a year. Temperatures can be warm at the high end to roughly mild at the low end. It receives a moderate amount of precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The weather in Hobart changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in January to a moderate 13°C in July. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 5°C in July.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Hobart receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 611 mm. The wettest period in Hobart occurs in November, which receives around 60 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, May, Hobart experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 43 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Hobart, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.4 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 4.4 hours per average day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Hobart ranges from 13°C in August to 17°C in January.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Hobart in Tasmania

During the months of January, February, March and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Hobart?
    January has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Hobart?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 13°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Hobart?
    November tops the wettest month list with 60 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Hobart?
    May is the driest month with 43 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Hobart?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 251 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Hobart

    Sat   Dec 14
    20°C | 10°C
    S 22 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    21°C | 13°C
    E 22 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    32°C | 14°C
    N 29 km/h
    3.4 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of rain

    partly cloudy and small chance of rain