The best times to visit Northern Hobart for ideal weather are

November 12th to April 8th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Northern Hobart Travel Info

Weather in Northern Hobart

Temperature

Average temperatures in Northern Hobart vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 45th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Northern Hobart, the hottest months are January, February, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early January where highs are regularly around 75.7°F (24.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 53.6°F (12°C) at night.

Northern Hobart Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Northern Hobart Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Northern Hobart Perceived Temperature (F)

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Northern Hobart Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Northern Hobart Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 74.1 62.9 53.5
Feb 72.2 62.4 53.7
Mar 70.2 60.5 52
Apr 64.6 55.8 47.8
May 60.2 52.1 44.5
Jun 55.1 48 40.9
Jul 54.8 47.3 40.3
Aug 57 48.7 41.3
Sep 61.1 51.9 43.3
Oct 64.2 54.5 45.4
Nov 67.3 57.5 48.9
Dec 70.3 60.3 51.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 23.4 17.2 11.9
Feb 22.3 16.9 12.1
Mar 21.2 15.8 11.1
Apr 18.1 13.2 8.8
May 15.7 11.2 6.9
Jun 12.8 8.9 4.9
Jul 12.7 8.5 4.6
Aug 13.9 9.3 5.2
Sep 16.2 11.1 6.3
Oct 17.9 12.5 7.4
Nov 19.6 14.2 9.4
Dec 21.3 15.7 10.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Northern Hobart are January, April, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late January. For example, on the week of January 22nd there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late September with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of September 24th.

When can you find snow in Northern Hobart? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Northern Hobart.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Northern Hobart (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 10% 0 1.8
Feb 12% 0 1.4
Mar 12% 0 1.5
Apr 11% 0 1.6
May 13% 0 1.6
Jun 11% 0 1.9
Jul 15% 0 2
Aug 21% 0 2.5
Sep 19% 0 2.4
Oct 18% 0 1.7
Nov 19% 0 2.1
Dec 15% 0 1.8

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 10 0 4.6
Feb 12 0 3.6
Mar 12 0 3.8
Apr 11 0 4.1
May 13 0 4.1
Jun 11 0 4.8
Jul 15 0 5.1
Aug 21 0 6.4
Sep 19 0 6.1
Oct 18 0 4.3
Nov 19 0 5.3
Dec 15 0 4.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Northern Hobart has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is January (48.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (65.2%).

Wind in Northern Hobart is usually moderate. The windiest month is September, followed by October and January. September’s average wind speed of around 9.7 knots (11.1 MPH or 17.9 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early October where average top sustained speeds reach 16.8 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Northern Hobart.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 9.2 Gentle breeze 15.4 Significant breeze
Feb 8.1 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Mar 8.2 Gentle breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Apr 7.8 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
May 8.2 Gentle breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Jun 8.1 Gentle breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Jul 8.2 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Aug 8.9 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Sep 9.7 Gentle breeze 15.8 Significant breeze
Oct 9.4 Gentle breeze 15.5 Significant breeze
Nov 8.7 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Dec 9.1 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 48.6%
Feb 56.1%
Mar 55%
Apr 58.6%
May 60.2%
Jun 65.2%
Jul 62.7%
Aug 58.7%
Sep 51.9%
Oct 50.4%
Nov 53.9%
Dec 51.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Northern Hobart?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Australia; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Northern Hobart, TS, Australia is September, followed by October and January. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Northern Hobart in August. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 54.4 in August means 54.4% of the tourists vs. September.

 

 

Overall Northern Hobart Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 72.4°F (22.4°C) and 57.4°F (14.1°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 3 to 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have cold weather with high temperatures that are brisk. These months see moderate precipitation with 3 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Northern Hobart, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 69.7°F (20.9°C) and 60.1°F (15.6°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: approximately 6 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Northern Hobart to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 75.7°F (24.3°C) and 68.3°F (20.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 3 to 5 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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