Launceston weather and climate
Launceston weather and climate
Day
15 °C
Night
6 °C
Sea
12 °C
Precipitation
69 mm
in month
Rainy days
12 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
71 %
Day
15 °C
Night
6 °C
Sea
12 °C
Precipitation
69 mm
in month
Rainy days
12 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
71 %
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Weather overview for Launceston
Weather overview
Launceston (Australia) in general has a hot climate. The day temperatures range from 12.4 °C (54.3 °F) in July to 23.7 °C (74.7 °F) in February. The driest month is February with just 7 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is August with 13 days of rain. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in February with 11.5 °C (52.7 °F), the lowest in July with 3.3 °C (37.9 °F).
January weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable this month in Launceston. The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 23.6 °C (74.5 °F), and the rise of the sea temperature can be observed as well, the value of this measure is 17.0 °C (62.7 °F). The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 11.4 °C (52.5 °F). The rainfall amount descent's start could be observed, with its value of 45 mm (1.77 in). The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) is observable, with its value of 9 hours.
February weather
The day temperature reaches its maximum, with its value being 23.7 °C (74.7 °F) in Launceston, and the maximum of the sea temperature is observable as well, with its value being 18.0 °C (64.4 °F). There is pending tourist season. The minimum of the number of rainy days is observable, with its value being 7 days, and the rainfall amount reaches its minimum too, with its value being 32 mm (1.25 in). The night temperature reaches its maximum, its value is 11.5 °C (52.7 °F).
March weather
The tourist season is taking place in Launceston, and the dry season is taking place too. The rainfall amount rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 42 mm (1.65 in). The day temperature descent's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 21.9 °C (71.4 °F), and the night temperature starts to descent as well, its value is 10.1 °C (50.2 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, with its value of 7 hours.
April weather
There is pending tourist season in Launceston. The sea temperature starts to descent, with its value of 16.8 °C (62.2 °F), while the day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 19.1 °C (66.4 °F). The descent of the night temperature can be observed, with its value being 8.5 °C (47.3 °F). The rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 56 mm (2.20 in). The minimum of the wind speed is observable in this month.
May weather
The day temperature continues to descent, the value of this measure is 15.6 °C (60.1 °F) in Launceston, and the sea temperature continues to descent as well, its value is 15.3 °C (59.5 °F). The rainfall amount continues to rise, the value of this measure is 63 mm (2.47 in), and the rise of the number of rainy days can be observed as well, with its value of 10 days. The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 6.1 °C (43.0 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month.
June weather
The descent of the day temperature can be observed in Launceston, and the sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, with its value being 14.0 °C (57.1 °F). The descent of the night temperature can be observed, its value is 3.8 °C (38.8 °F). The rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, the value of this measure is 12 days. The minimum of the day length can be noticed in this month. The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its minimum, the value of this measure is 4 hours.
July weather
The day temperature is on its minimum, the value of this measure is 12.4 °C (54.3 °F) in Launceston, while the descent of the sea temperature can be observed, with its value of 12.8 °C (55.1 °F). The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, while the beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed in this month. The humidity reaches its maximum, its value is 80 %. The minimum of the night temperature can be noticed in this month.
August weather
The day temperature starts to rise, with its value of 13.8 °C (56.8 °F) in Launceston, while the minimum of the sea temperature is observable in August. The number of rainy days reaches its maximum, its value is 13 days, and the maximum of the rainfall amount can be noticed too, the value of this measure is 85 mm (3.33 in). The night temperature starts to rise in August. The maximum of the wind speed is observable in August.
September weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month in Launceston, and the rise of the night temperature can be observed as well, with its value of 5.8 °C (42.4 °F). The beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed, with its value being 69 mm (2.71 in), and the beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed as well, with its value of 12 days. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value being 6 hours.
October weather
The sea temperature rise's start could be observed, its value is 12.8 °C (55.0 °F) in Launceston, while the rise of the day temperature can be observed, with its value of 17.5 °C (63.5 °F). The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 10 days, and the rainfall amount continues to descent too, with its value of 58 mm (2.27 in). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value of 7 hours. The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 7.2 °C (45.0 °F).
November weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 19.7 °C (67.5 °F) in Launceston, and the sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month as well. The tourist season is at its beginning. The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value of 9 days, and the rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month too, with its value being 53 mm (2.07 in). The night temperature continues to rise.
December weather
The rise of the day temperature can be observed, with its value being 21.8 °C (71.2 °F) in Launceston, and the sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month as well, the value of this measure is 15.6 °C (60.2 °F). There is pending tourist season. The number of rainy days continues to descent, the value of this measure is 8 days. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value being 8 hours. The rise of the night temperature can be observed.
FAQs
What is the sea temperature in January in Launceston?
In January in Launceston expect the sea to be warm at 17.0 °C (62.7 °F). At this sea temperature, swimming probably won't be the best experience. You probably won't like to stay in water for a long time. On the other hand, there are a minority of people who seek these conditions.
What is the temperature in Launceston during the day in February?
The average daily temperature in Launceston in February is 23.7 °C (74.7 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.
Is March part of the wet season in Launceston?
No, there is no wet season in March in Launceston - you can expect 7 days of rain during the month.
What is the air temperature in Launceston in April at night?
The average night temperature in April in Launceston is 8.5 °C (47.3 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.
How many hours of sun to expect in Launceston in July?
There is an average length of sunshine of 4 hours per day in Launceston in July.
How humid is Launceston in August?
Humidity in Launceston in August is 77 %.
How windy is it in Launceston in September?
In September in Launceston, there will be an average wind scale of 4.8.
Is there a dry season in October in Launceston?
No, October is not a dry month in Launceston, expect rain approximately 10 days in a month.
Are there good conditions to visit in Launceston in November?
There are good conditions for visiting in Launceston in November. You can expect just 9 days of rain during the month, taking an umbrella is not necessary. There are some people, who may feel a slight chill at 19.7 °C (67.5 °F), but others will feel perfectly fine. The temperature of 8.7 °C (47.7 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in Launceston in December?
In Launceston in December, we can expect 8 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 1.9 days of the week, or in general - 28 % days.