September · Australia
Best time to visit Launceston in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Launceston in September
Average temperature 9°C, 50 mm of rain, about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
7.0/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 9°C
- Rainfall
- 50 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 11
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
September in Launceston scores 7.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 9°C, 50 mm of rain, and roughly 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Launceston anchors northern Tasmania-Cataract Gorge walks, Tamar Valley wine, and highland day trips. Best window: November through March in the Southern Hemisphere.
September in Launceston: strong conditions, 8th of 12
September averages 9°C (48°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rainfall runs 50 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.7 hours of daylight.
It scores 7/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 10/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? February scores 3 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Launceston in September?
- In September, Launceston averages 9°C, 50 mm of rain, and about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.0/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Launceston?
- September earns a 7.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Launceston in September?
- Expect about 50 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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