Tasmania

Tasmania Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Tasmania in April.

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Hobart Coles Bay Queenstown Launceston

Planning a trip to Tasmania this April? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Tasmania in April

April in Tasmania generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 16°C (61°F) in Queenstown to 18°C (64°F) in Hobart. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Hobart and 8°C (46°F) in Queenstown.

For a closer look at conditions across Tasmania, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hobart with an average of 48 mm (1.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Queenstown with 164 mm (6.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Hobart gets approximately 171 hours of sunlight in April, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Tasmania in April

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Tasmania

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Tasmania?

Temperature range in Tasmania (April)

Precipitation variation in Tasmania (April)

Hobart

In April Hobart generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
171 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Hobart →

Coles Bay

In April Coles Bay generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Coles Bay →

Queenstown

In April Queenstown generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Queenstown →

Launceston

In April Launceston generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
199 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Launceston →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Tasmania.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Tasmania in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hobart 18°C (64°F) 9°C (48°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Coles Bay 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Queenstown 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 164 mm (6.5 in)
Launceston 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)

Tasmania weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tasmania in April?

Tasmania typically experiences pleasant weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Hobart average around 18°C (64°F), and temperatures drop to about 9°C (48°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Tasmania in April?

Daytime temperatures in Hobart peak at roughly 18°C (64°F) in April, dropping to about 9°C (48°F) overnight.

Does Tasmania get a lot of rain in April?

April is on the drier side in Tasmania. Hobart averages only about 48 mm (1.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Tasmania?

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Tasmania with overall pleasant weather in Hobart. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, January, February, March and December provide perfect weather in Hobart. In contrast, June and July tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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