Tasmania Weather in January

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

Are you planning a trip a to Tasmania, Australia in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Tasmania in January

Tasmania, Australia is a region in Australia. January in Tasmania generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of January is in the summer season.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Adventure Bay at 18°C (64°F) to warm in Latrobe at 24°C (75°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Latrobe and 13°C (55°F) in Adventure Bay. On average, January is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Tasmania, Australia.

For specific regional insights in Tasmania, Australia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Austins Ferry with an average of 46 mm (1.8 in) to high rainfall in Strahan with 115 mm (4.5 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Hobart sees close to 251 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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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.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Tasmania

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Tasmania, Australia?

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 perfect that month.

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

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 pleasant that month.

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

Bicheno

In January Bicheno 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 pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Swansea

In January Swansea generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Ulverstone

In January Ulverstone generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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

In our records: Australia January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Australia 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 Australia reached 46°C (115°F) in Ballarat on January 29, 2009.

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)
Bicheno 19°C (66°F) 14°C (57°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Swansea 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Ulverstone 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Devonport 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)

Tasmania weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tasmania, Australia in January?

Tasmania, Australia typically experiences perfect weather in January, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Hobart average around 23°C (73°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Tasmania, Australia 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, Australia get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Hobart averages just 50 mm (2 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Tasmania, Australia.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Tasmania, Australia?

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

On average, the best time to visit Tasmania, Australia is in January, February, March and December with generally perfect weather in Hobart. In contrast, June and July tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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