Tasmania

Tasmania Weather in August

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

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Hobart Coles Bay Queenstown Launceston

Planning a getaway to Tasmania this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Tasmania in August

August in Tasmania generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. August falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Queenstown at 11°C (52°F) to mild in Hobart at 14°C (57°F). At night it cools down to 5°C (41°F) in Hobart and 5°C (41°F) in Queenstown.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Coles Bay with an average of 47 mm (1.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Queenstown with 262 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Hobart receives about 178 hours of sunlight in August, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Tasmania in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Tasmania.

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 August for some of the most popular destinations in Tasmania?

Temperature range in Tasmania (August)

Precipitation variation in Tasmania (August)

Hobart

In August Hobart generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
178 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Hobart →

Coles Bay

In August Coles Bay generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Coles Bay →

Queenstown

In August Queenstown generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
237 mm (9.3 in)
262 mm (10 in)
243 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Queenstown →

Launceston

In August Launceston generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
172 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Launceston →

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In our records: Tasmania August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Tasmania in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest August daytime high in Tasmania was -1°C (30°F) in Queenstown on August 16, 1998.

Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hobart 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Coles Bay 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Queenstown 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 262 mm (10 in)
Launceston 13°C (55°F) 3°C (37°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)

Tasmania weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tasmania in August?

Expect tolerable weather across Tasmania in August. The popular destination of Hobart averages 14°C (57°F) by day and 5°C (41°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Tasmania in August?

Average temperatures in Tasmania during August range from a nighttime low near 5°C (41°F) to a daytime high around 14°C (57°F) in Hobart.

Does Tasmania get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Tasmania. Hobart averages only about 54 mm (2.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Tasmania?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Tasmania with overall tolerable weather in Hobart. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, February, March and December provide perfect weather in Hobart. On the other hand, the months of June and July tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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