Is winter a good time to visit Tasmania?
The best time to visit Tasmania is between December and February, Australia’s summer season. Though crowds are at their thickest and room rates at their highest, these months offer the most comfortable temperatures for enjoying the island’s abundant outdoor activities.
Can you travel in Tasmania in winter?
Any time of the year is a fine time to visit Tasmania, but we think winter is extra special. Celebrate a proper winter with slow-cooked feasts, stellar wine and whisky, blazing fires and snow play.
Where should I stay in Tasmania in the winter?
Seven Cosy Places to Snuggle into This Winter in Tasmania
- PUMPHOUSE POINT, LAKE ST CLAIR. Even if you’ve never been to Tasmania, you’ve probably seen Pumphouse Point.
- SAFFIRE FREYCINET, COLES BAY.
- PIERMONT, SWANSEA.
- PROSPECT HOUSE PRIVATE HOTEL, RICHMOND.
- MONA PAVILIONS, HOBART.
- HATHERLEY BIRRELL COLLECTION, LAUNCESTON.
What is there to do in Hobart in the winter?
Top 10 things to do in Hobart this winter
- Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)
- Mawson’s Huts Replica.
- Cycle (down) Mt Wellington.
- Cascade Brewery.
- Take a ghost tour of Port Arthur.
- Saturday Markets.
- Battery Point.
- Go to the movies.
Can you swim in Tasmania in January?
January is too cold for swimming in Tasmania for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Tasmania in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather.
What clothes to wear in Tasmania in winter?
Winter
- Jeans/pants.
- Long-sleeved base-layer.
- Long-sleeved shirt.
- Puffer jacket or medium-weight jumper/jacket.
- Waterproof jacket.
- Scarf.
What are the coldest months in Tasmania?
| Quick Climate Info | |
|---|---|
| Hottest Month | January (63 °F avg) |
| Coldest Month | July (47 °F avg) |
| Wettest Month | October (0.93″ avg) |
| Windiest Month | December (11 mph avg) |
Does it snow in Tasmania in winter?
Where can I find snow in Tasmania? The central highlands and the more mountainous areas often get snowfalls in the winter months. However, snow rarely settles at sea level. Mount Mawson at Mount Field National Park in the south (90-min drive from Hobart) is also a great spot after heavy snowfall.
Can you swim in the ocean in Tasmania?
Daytime summer temperatures are typically 20-24C, but water temps are only 16C, maybe getting up to 18C for a short period. So the water is still pretty cool for swimming without a wetsuit. You do get half a dozen days when the temp is 28-32C and a lot of people will go to the beach to swim on those days.