Tasmania Weather in October

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

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Hobart Coles Bay Bicheno Swansea

Considering a trip to Tasmania, Australia this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Tasmania in October

Tasmania, Australia is a region in Australia. October in Tasmania generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 12°C (54°F) in Liawenee to 17°C (63°F) in Richmond. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Richmond and 1°C (34°F) in Liawenee.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Tasmania, Australia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Coles Bay with an average of 50 mm (2 in) to heavy rainfall in Strahan with 187 mm (7.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Hobart enjoys about 232 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 October

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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Tasmania, Australia?

Temperature range in Tasmania (October)

Precipitation variation in Tasmania (October)

Hobart

In October Hobart generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
232 hours
234 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
good
good
very good
Climate in Hobart →

Coles Bay

In October Coles Bay generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
50 mm (2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
good
good
good
Climate in Coles Bay →

Bicheno

In October Bicheno generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
good
good
good
Climate in Bicheno →

Swansea

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

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
good
good
very good
Climate in Swansea →

Ulverstone

In October Ulverstone generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
good
good
very good
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Tasmania, in Australia.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hobart 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Coles Bay 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Bicheno 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Swansea 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Ulverstone 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Devonport 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

Tasmania weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

October in Tasmania, Australia brings good weather. In Hobart, daytime temperatures are typically around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows hover near 7°C (45°F).

What is the average temperature in Tasmania, Australia in October?

Daytime temperatures in Hobart peak at roughly 17°C (63°F) in October, dropping to about 7°C (45°F) overnight.

Does Tasmania, Australia get a lot of rain in October?

October is on the drier side in Tasmania, Australia. Hobart averages only about 56 mm (2.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Tasmania, Australia?

Given the typically good weather conditions in Hobart, October might be a good time to visit Tasmania, Australia. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, January, February, March and December provide excellent weather in Hobart. The weather in June and July, on the other hand, tends to be mixed.

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