Launceston Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Launceston, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 9°C (48°F) during cooler months like February.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 13°C (55°F) in July to around 4°C (39°F) during February.

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Temperature ranges by month

Launceston experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1064 mm (42 in) of precipitation annually. Year-round, Launceston has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, December, with 106 mm (4.2 in), and the driest month, September, with 74 mm (2.9 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Launceston Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Launceston. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.8 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 86%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 79%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year