Tasmania

Tasmania Weather in January

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

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Hobart Coles Bay Queenstown Launceston

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

What to Expect in Tasmania in January

January in Tasmania generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Coles Bay at 19°C (66°F) to warm in Launceston at 24°C (75°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Launceston and 14°C (57°F) in Coles Bay. On average, January is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Tasmania.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hobart with an average of 50 mm (2 in) to high rainfall in Queenstown with 122 mm (4.8 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Hobart enjoys approximately 251 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Tasmania by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Tasmania - and find the best time to visit. (based on Hobart)

January23°C (73°F) February22°C (72°F) March21°C (70°F) April18°C (64°F) May15°C (59°F) June13°C (55°F) This monthJuly13°C (55°F) August14°C (57°F) September15°C (59°F) October17°C (63°F) November19°C (66°F) December21°C (70°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Tasmania in January

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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Tasmania?

Temperature range in Tasmania (January)

Precipitation variation in Tasmania (January)

Hobart

In January Hobart generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
251 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
50 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Hobart →

Coles Bay

In January Coles Bay generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
Climate in Coles Bay →

Queenstown

In January Queenstown generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
167 mm (6.6 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
very good
Climate in Queenstown →

Launceston

In January Launceston generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
285 hours
287 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Launceston →

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In our records: Tasmania January extremes

Notable January 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 warmest January day in Tasmania reached 41°C (106°F) in Hobart on January 31, 2020.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hobart 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Coles Bay 19°C (66°F) 14°C (57°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Queenstown 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Launceston 24°C (75°F) 11°C (52°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)

Tasmania weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tasmania in January?

Expect excellent weather across Tasmania in January. The popular destination of Hobart averages 23°C (73°F) by day and 12°C (54°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Tasmania in January?

In Hobart, the average daytime high in January is 23°C (73°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

Does Tasmania get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Tasmania during January, with Hobart averaging close to 50 mm (2 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Tasmania?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Tasmania with overall excellent weather in Hobart. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March and December offering mostly excellent weather in Hobart. The weather in June and July, on the other hand, tends to be mixed.

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