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Weather in Tasmania
The weather in Tasmania can change very quickly and all seasons can happen in one day... so be prepared if you go for a bushwalk.
Maximum average in summer is 22c and in winter 12c. Nights are always on the cool side and it is a good idea to carry a rain/wind jacket and hat with you at all times, espcially if you go bushwalking, even for short walk.
With the growing number of tourists visiting Tasmania, it is important to make people aware that the Tasmanian weather can change so quickly and can become a challenge if you are caught in the outdoors unprepared.
A few guidelines if you go for a bushwalk (even a short one):
- always have a rain jacket with you... if a front comes through it will give you some protection even if it is only from the wind
- check the weather forecast often
- Bureau of Meteorology www.bom.gov.au/tas/forecasts/map7day.shtml
- MetEye to check for wind forecst in particular www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/
Additional resources
- Before You Walk - Essential Bushwalking Guide www.parks.tas.gov.au/?base=403
- Best hiking gear for a multi day trip in Tasmania ourhikingblog.com.au/2009/10/best-hiking-gear-for-multi-day-trip-in.html
Snow is rare, especially near the coast but it can happen, even in summer.
If you plan any visit to exposed areas of Tasmania, be aware that the weather can change very quickly.
