Best time to visit Cockle Creek
Anytime. However, the best time to visit Cockle Creek for warm-weather activities is during January and February.
Australia’s most southerly region sees the coldest temperatures in the country: Cockle Creek receives an average high of 21°C (69°F) in summer and an average low of 4°C (39°F) in winter.
Cockle Creek weather
Cockle Creek experiences a temperate climate with warm summers and cold winters with year-round sunshine interspersed by some rainfall in all months.
Which is the hottest month in Cockle Creek?
The warmest month of the year in Cockle Creek is usually January, with an average high of 21°C (69°F) and a night-time average low of 10°C (50°F).
However, on the warmest days of the month the temperature may average 27°C (80°F) and occasionally climb above 33°C (91°F).
What is the coldest month in Cockle Creek?
July is the coldest month in Cockle Creek, with an average high temperature of 12°C (53°F) and an average night-time low of 3°C (37°F).
When is it sunniest in Cockle Creek?
The sunniest month of year in Cockle Creek is usually January with eight hours of sunshine per day – that's around 54% of daylight hours.
December through February is usually the sunniest time of year.
Compared to other major Australian cities, Cockle Creek has the fewest daily average hours of sunshine, with 6.6 hours per day.
However, during summer it has the most hours of daylight of any Australian city, with 15.3 hours on the summer solstice in December.
When is the sea warmest in Cockle Creek?
The sea is usually at its warmest in Cockle Creek in February when the water temperature reaches 17°C (62°F), which is still very cold for swimming.
Which month has the most rain in Cockle Creek?
August is usually the wettest month in Cockle Creek with around 172mm (6.7in) of rainfall on average. There are typically 16 days in August with some rain.
It can rain at anytime in Cockle Creek: May through to October sees the most rainfall during the year.
Note: regardless of where you travel in Tasmania you should be prepared for sudden, temporary deterioration in the weather, especially if bushwalking. Always carry additional warm clothing, including a waterproof outer layer.
What is the windiest month in Cockle Creek?
November through to February are usually the windiest months in Cockle Creek, with average wind speeds of around 15 kilometres per hour (9 mph; 8 knots). January is usually the windiest month at around 16 kilometres per hour (10 mph; 8.6 knots).
The predominant wind direction in Cockle Creek is from the west throughout the year.
Cockle Creek – Temperature averages
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
| Average high temperature (°C) | |||||||||||
| 21 | 21 | 19 | 17 | 15 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 18 | 19 |
| Average low temperature (°C) | |||||||||||
| 10 | 10 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 9 |
| Average daily sunshine (hrs) | |||||||||||
| 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 |
| Average daily daylight (hrs) | |||||||||||
| 15 | 14 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 15 | 15 |
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| Average relative humidity (%) | |||||||||||
| 68 | 74 | 78 | 79 | 82 | 87 | 87 | 80 | 73 | 71 | 70 | 68 |
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| 11 | 9 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 |
| Average days of rainfall (≥1mm) | |||||||||||
| 8 | 8 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 10 |
| Average monthly rainfall (mm) | |||||||||||
| 72 | 70 | 81 | 98 | 120 | 128 | 147 | 172 | 139 | 129 | 97 | 92 |
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| 16 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 15 | s
| Average sea temperature (°C) | |||||||||||
| 16 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 15 |
Weather station: Hastings Chalet and Dover, located around 14km (8mi) and 24km (15mi) north of Cockle Creek, respectively. Source: Bureau of Meteorology (BoM). Climate data collected during 1991 to 2020.
Holiday seasons
High season: December to February, especially during the summer school holidays from 26th December to the end of January.
Major public holidays including Easter when everyone seems to be on the move and everything from airline seats, hotels, restaurants and petrol prices are at their highest.
Low Season: The winter months of June, July and August.
Advice on the best time to visit a particular destination is based on average local weather statistics, when the weather conditions are generally better than at other times of the year. We consider high and low temperatures, risk of rain (and thunderstorms, etc.), amount of sunshine and sea temperature. For general outdoor activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 18°C (64°F) and 27°C (80°F); and for hot-weather activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 24°C (75°F) and 32°C (89°F). Often, the best times to visit correspond to high season and therefore involve higher prices.
Latest update: Best time to visit Cockle Creek: 12 July, 2024
Disclaimer: The information on this site is provided as is, without any assurances as to its accuracy or suitability for any purpose. Weather data and conditions at any given location and time are unpredictable and variable. We assume no responsibility and can not be held legally responsible for any decisions made on the basis of the information presented on this site.
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