The month in detail
What to expect in December
In December, Hobart sees 20°C during the day with 8.0h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (24% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if January (8.2/10) remains theoretically better.
December ranks 4 out of 12 months in Hobart. Compared to November: +2°C daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
dry air
9°
Sea
19°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
15.1h of daylight
Air quality
excellent
AQI 17
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Hobart is January (8.2/10), 0.5 pt higher than December.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Australia
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyAustralian Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJanuary · 22°C
❄️Coolest monthJune · 12°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘAugust · 32%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Other destinations in December
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Location
Where is Hobart ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
AustraliaTemperate oceanic climate with a 8.2 → 4.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
42.88°S · 147.33°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Hobart?
January is the best month with 22.0°C highs, 13.0°C lows, 8.3h of sunshine and 18.0% rainy days. The months of January & February offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Hobart get in January?
Hobart averages 8.3 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.7/10.
What is the rainiest month in Hobart?
June is the most unfavourable month with June has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Hobart in January?
In January, overnight lows reach 13.0°C, while afternoon highs average 22.0°C.
Is Hobart good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Hobart scores 7.5/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains January with a score of 7.7/10.
When should you avoid Hobart?
June is the most difficult month to visit Hobart, with June has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Hobart in December?
In December, the sea averages 19°C in Hobart: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Hobart in December?
The average UV index reaches 8 in December in Hobart (very high), with about 15.1h of daylight. Protection essential.