The month in detail
What to expect in May
Autumn marks the end of peak season in Hobart. Temperatures drop (15°C) and rain returns (21% of days). Rain risk remains low (21% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
May ranks 8 out of 12 months in Hobart. Compared to April: −2°C daytime, −1.1h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
2 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
6°
Sea
14°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
9.5h of daylight
Air quality
excellent
AQI 16
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Hobart is January (8.2/10), 3.8 pts higher than May.
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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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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 May?
In May, the sea averages 14°C in Hobart: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Hobart in May?
The average UV index reaches 2 in May in Hobart (low), with about 9.5h of daylight. No protection needed.