Weather in Tasmania, Australia in October

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Visiting Tasmania, Australia in October

The weather in October is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into November. October has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 84.5% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.1hrs making the days very long and bright. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Tasmania.

October has total rainfall of 0.5cm (0.2inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 16.9 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much.

Sea temperatures are a cold 12°C (53°F). October 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. Also consider one of our other suggestions for October.

Can you sunbathe in Tasmania in October?

No, October is not a good time for sunbathing in Tasmania.

October has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 84.5% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.1hrs making the days very long and bright. October has total rainfall of 0.5cm (0.2inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 16.9 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much.

More about October temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Tasmania in October?

No, October is too cold for swimming in Tasmania for any length of time, with the sea water at 12°C (53°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about October sea temperatures.

Is October a good time to holiday in Tasmania?

Yes, October is a slightly cool time for a holiday in Tasmania.

October has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 84.5% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.1hrs making the days very long and bright. October has total rainfall of 0.5cm (0.2inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 16.9 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Tasmania. Sea temperatures are a cold 12°C (53°F). October is too cold for swimming in Tasmania for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the October temperatures and sunshine.

Is Tasmania warm in October?

No, Tasmania is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days in October.

The average maximum temperature in Tasmania in October is 17°C (63°F). The average maximum temperature is 16°C (60°) in the previous month and 19°C (66°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Tasmania in October is 12°C (54°F). The average temperature is 11°C (52°F) in the previous month and 14°C (58°F) in the next month.

More info about the October temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Tasmania in October?

The average day light hours per day in Tasmania in October are 13.2. The sunshine percentage is 84.5% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.1hrs making the days very long and bright.

More about October sunshine.

Temperature in Tasmania in October

The weather in October is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into November. The average maximum temperature in Tasmania in October is 17°C (63°F). The average maximum temperature is 16°C (60°F) in the previous month and 19°C (66°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Tasmania in October is 12°C (54°F). The average temperature is 11°C (52°F) in the previous month and 14°C (58°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Tasmania in October is 8°C (46°F). The minimum temperature is 7°C (44°F) in the previous month and 10°C (49°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Tasmania in October

The days in October are much longer than the previous month and the days continue to get a bit longer into November. October has many more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise quickly into November. During October the average day light hours are 13.2 per day in Tasmania. The sunshine percentage is 84.5% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.1hrs making the days very long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Tasmania in October is typically 6.9 during October. An ultraviolet index reading of 6 to 7 indicates a high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 20 minutes. Protection against skin and eye damage is needed. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Tasmania in October

The average sea water temperature in Tasmania in October is 11.7°C (53.1°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

Rainfall in Tasmania in October

October weather is slightly drier than the previous month. October has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Tasmania in October is 0.5cm (0.2inches) and on average there are 16.9 rainy days in October making it a wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Tasmania in October

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Tasmania in October is 8°C (46°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 7°C (45°F) in the previous month and 10°C (10°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Tasmania in October is typically 83.2%. The maximum relative humidity is 84.6% in the previous month and 85% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Tasmania in October is typically 60.5%. The average relative humidity is 62.8% in the previous month and 62.9% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Tasmania in October

The average maximum wind speed in Tasmania in October is typically 34KM/H (21MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 33KM/H (21MPH) in the previous month and 33KM/H (21MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Tasmania in October is typically 18KM/H (11MPH). The average wind speed is 18KM/H (11MPH) in the previous month and 17KM/H (10MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Tasmania in October is from the West-Northwest.

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