Weather in Hobart

Daylight saving begins at 2am, Eastern Standard Time, on the first Sunday in October and ends at 3am Eastern Daylight Saving Time on the first Sunday in April. During this time Hobart moves to Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), UTC +11.

December experiences the longest hours of daylight with sunrise at approximately 5:30am and sunset at 8:45pm. June has the least hours of daylight with sunrise at approximately 7:40am and sunset at 4:45pm.

In summer, average sea temperatures in Hobart range from 15.6 – 16.5°C (60 - 61.7°F).

Snow rarely settles at sea level, however Mount Wellington in Hobart experiences sporadic snowfall during the winter months, and occasionally through autumn and spring. Skiers and snowboarders can get their thrills in the Mount Field National Park, a 90-minute drive from Hobart.

Winter days are usually clear and crisp, and indoors, many restaurants and bars are heated with an open fire. Pack a warm, rainproof jacket and dress in layers. 

During the day light clothing is enough, however the temperature can drop in the evenings so bring a light jacket so you can stay comfortable.

Visitors to Hobart should look out for the UV index in local weather reports, which describes the daily solar UV radiation intensity. Protect yourself from sunburn by using SPF30+ sunscreen, which is readily available throughout Australia at supermarkets, convenience stores and pharmacies, and wearing sun-smart clothing, including a hat and sunglasses.