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Launceston Weather in October

October in Launceston brings moderate temperatures around 17°C (63°F) during the day, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 69 mm (2.7 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Launceston in October

Historically, the month has about 16 days of rain, averaging 69 mm (2.7 in) in total. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Launceston in October

October in Launceston sees highs of 17°C (63°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F) overnight. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 6°C (43°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Launceston in October

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 250 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Launceston.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, January, February, March and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Launceston Temperature in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C (63°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 69 mm (2.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 55%  
SunshineSunshine 250 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Best Places in Australia in October

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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).

What to Wear in Launceston in October

For Launceston in October, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Launceston in October

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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