Australia

Hobart

Hobart - photo 1

Photo by Ziyao Xiong on Unsplash.

Hobart is the capital city of Tasmania and serves as a gateway for divers exploring southern Australia. While the city itself is not a dedicated dive destination, it provides access to nearby coastal dive spots and freshwater options in the wider region. Nearby dive centers offer courses, gear rental, and local reef or wreck excursions along Tasmania’s southern coast, with varying visibility and cooler water. For divers, Hobart functions as a practical base for planning trips to offshore sites, temperate reefs, and day trips from the harbor.

Essential information for traveling in Australia

About Australia

Sea
Coral Sea, Great Australian Bight, Gulf of Mexi...
Timezone
Australia/Hobart
Languages
EN
Demonym
Australian
Phone prefix
+61

Practicalities

Currency
AUD
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type I
Airports
SYD MEL BNE OOL PER

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Hobart

Nearby Dive Sites (1)

Nearby Dive Centers (2)

The best time to dive in Hobart

The best months to dive in Hobart are from January to March. Temperatures are confortable (16-17°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
17 °C 19 °C 8/10
02 - Feb.
17 °C 19 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
16 °C 19 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
13 °C 16 °C 8/10
05 - May
11 °C 14 °C 8/10
06 - Jun.
9 °C 12 °C 8/10
07 - Jul.
9 °C 11 °C 8/10
08 - Aug.
9 °C 11 °C 8/10
09 - Sept.
10 °C 11 °C 7/10
10 - Oct.
11 °C 12 °C 7/10
11 - Nov.
12 °C 14 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
14 °C 16 °C 7/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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