Monthly climate guide
Launceston weather in February
February in Launceston is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 24°C (75°F) and night-time lows near 11°C (51°F). The month usually brings about 43 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as January and 2°C warmer than March.
What stands out in February
- Launceston is usually about 3°C warmer than Hobart, 160 km away, in February.
- February is Launceston's second warmest month.
- In Launceston, February is late summer — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 13°C, so pack a layer.
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
24°C
75°F
Avg low
11°C
51°F
Rainfall
43 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
67%
relative
Sky
59%
cloud · often cloudy
Launceston weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C / 77°F | 11°C / 52°F | 57 mm | 63% | 55% |
| February | 24°C / 75°F | 11°C / 51°F | 43 mm | 67% | 59% |
| March | 22°C / 71°F | 10°C / 49°F | 77 mm | 73% | 58% |
| April | 17°C / 63°F | 7°C / 45°F | 58 mm | 80% | 58% |
| May | 14°C / 57°F | 5°C / 41°F | 80 mm | 87% | 58% |
| June | 12°C / 53°F | 4°C / 38°F | 74 mm | 90% | 57% |
| July | 11°C / 51°F | 3°C / 38°F | 82 mm | 90% | 61% |
| August | 11°C / 52°F | 3°C / 37°F | 87 mm | 88% | 59% |
| September | 14°C / 56°F | 4°C / 39°F | 67 mm | 84% | 60% |
| October | 16°C / 61°F | 5°C / 41°F | 59 mm | 79% | 60% |
| November | 19°C / 66°F | 7°C / 45°F | 63 mm | 74% | 63% |
| December | 22°C / 71°F | 9°C / 49°F | 58 mm | 68% | 60% |
What to pack for February
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is February a good time to visit Launceston?
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Best time to visit Launceston →Other Australia cities in February
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Launceston in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Launceston?
Yes. February is one of the best months for Launceston, with highs around 24°C and about 43 mm of rain.
How warm is Launceston in February?
Average highs are about 24°C (75°F) and average lows about 11°C (51°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Launceston in February?
Launceston typically gets around 43 mm of rain in February — fairly dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Launceston (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.