🇦🇺 Hobart vs Wellington 🇳🇿

Hobart, Australia vs Wellington, New Zealand — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Hobart is the warmer of the two — about 1 degree warmer on average across the year. Rainfall is broadly similar between them.

Climate at a glance

🇦🇺 Hobart🇳🇿 Wellington
Avg annual high17°C16°C
Hottest monthJanuary (23°C)January (20°C)
Coldest monthJuly (5°C low)July (9°C low)
Rainy days / year200200
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitJanuary, February, DecemberJanuary, February, March

🇦🇺 Hobart

Best around January, February, December. Hottest in January (23°C), coldest lows in July (5°C).

🇳🇿 Wellington

Best around January, February, March. Hottest in January (20°C), coldest lows in July (9°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Hobart or Wellington warmer?

Hobart is warmer overall, averaging about 1 degree higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Hobart or Wellington?

Both get a similar number of rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Hobart vs Wellington?

Hobart is best around January, February, December; Wellington is best around January, February, March.

Not sure? Find your ideal destination by climate →