Tasmania Weather in April

Average Sunshine Hours per Day in Tasmania in April

April is a moderately sunny month with an average of 171 hours of sunshine. The sun rises between 6:28 am and 6:59 am and sets between 7:15 pm and 7:58 pm, guaranteeing around 10.5 hours of daylight. 

UV levels in Tasmania in April

In April, the average daily maximum UV index across Tasmania is 4, which indicates a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to ultraviolet radiation.

Average Sea Temperatures in Tasmania in April

The sea in Tasmania is cold at this time of year with an average temperature of 17.2 °C (62.9 °F). Swimming in the Bay of Fires, Bicheno, Bridport, Coles Bay, and St Helens is possible only if you have a full wetsuit. 

Average Rainfall in Tasmania in April

April is usually quite a dry month in Tasmania, with precipitation ranging from 44 mm (1.7 in) - 52 mm (2 in) on the East Coast. The wettest region is the West Coast of the island around Strahan, where heavy rain falls for more than 20 days during the month. 

Average rainfall in Tasmania in April

Best Things to Do in Tasmania in April

There’s no shortage of seasonal celebrations and festivities taking place across Tasmania in April, including the turning of the fagus, a phenomenon that can’t be experienced anywhere else in the world. Read on for our pick of the best things to see and do in Tasmania in April.

Turning of the fagus

Fagus is Australia’s only cold-climate deciduous tree, found exclusively in the remote highland regions of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. In the autumn months, you’ll be able to witness a spectacular seasonal display as fagus leaves change colour, showing off brilliant shades of gold, orange, and red. The best places to see the turning of the fagus are the northern end of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, as well as Mount Field National Park around Lake Fenton.

International Mural Fest

The International Mural Fest is a week-long competition that takes place in Sheffield, known as Australia’s “Town of Murals''. Visitors are encouraged to chat with the artists and vote for their favourite artworks, while the youngest festival goers can try their hand at painting mini murals.

Flinders Island Food and Crayfish Festival

Autumn is a great time to sample fresh Tasmanian produce. There’s no better place to take your culinary appreciation to the next level than the Flinders Island Food and Crayfish Festival where Australia’s best chefs gather to showcase the island’s produce, culture, and history.

ECHO Festival

The East Coast Harvest Odyssey or the ECHO festival is a celebration of Tasmania’s harvest season. Program highlights include the Native Bounty Feast and the ceremonial Great Eastern Ferment grape stomp of freshly harvested grapes. 

For more inspiration on what to see and do in Tasmania in April, have a look at our comprehensive Eight Day Tasmania Itinerary. 

Recommended Itineraries for Tasmania in April

Tasmania Self-Drive Holiday Packages offer plenty of ideas on how to best spend your autumn holiday in Tasmania. And if you’d like to have a personalised itinerary created just for you, our travel specialists will be happy to help you plan a memorable trip.