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Tasmania Weather Today
Live rain radar, current conditions, an hour-by-hour outlook and a seven-day forecast for Tasmania, with original writing about the city's climate from The Daily Tasmania.
Today's briefing
Good morning Tasmania. We're starting the day at a chilly 6 degrees, though it'll feel more like 4 with the wind, and things won't warm up much with a top of just 11 degrees ahead. Rain is almost certain today with an 89 percent chance of showers, so pack an umbrella and waterproof jacket before heading out. Grab a jumper or warm layer because it's going to feel cold all day, even when you're moving around. The weekend brings some relief on Saturday with a pleasant high of 14 degrees and only an 18 percent chance of rain, though Sunday turns wetter again with 69 percent rain chances and a cooler 11 degrees.
Common questions
Tasmania weather FAQ
How often is the Tasmania weather forecast updated?
- We refresh current conditions and the outlook regularly through the day, so the temperature, hourly strip and rain radar reflect the latest data. The seven-day outlook is recalculated as new model runs come in.
How accurate is the seven-day forecast for Tasmania?
- The first three to four days are the most reliable. Accuracy tapers over the back half of the week, so treat the far end of the outlook as a guide to the trend rather than a firm promise. For plans in the next day or two, the hourly strip is the most dependable view.
What does "feels like" temperature mean?
- The "feels like", or apparent, temperature blends the air temperature with humidity, wind and sunshine to estimate how the conditions actually feel on your skin. Wind and low humidity make it feel colder than the thermometer reads, while high humidity and strong sun make it feel warmer.
Where does the Tasmania weather data come from?
- Forecasts and current conditions are sourced from Open-Meteo, which aggregates leading national weather models. Tasmania coverage is independent and not affiliated with any government weather agency.
