Where is East Coast Tasmania?

East Coast Tasmania is in East Coast, Tasmania, Australia.

When is the best time to visit East Coast Tasmania?

Based on 30 years of weather data, the most pleasant months at East Coast Tasmania are typically September, October, November — mild temperatures and lower rainfall. School holiday periods can also fit if you don't mind the crowds.

What's the weather like in East Coast Tasmania?

Summer daytime highs average around 36°C and winter overnight lows can drop to about 1°C. See the climate panel above for the month-by-month breakdown.

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East Coast Tasmania

St Helens to Bicheno to Coles Bay — the sunniest stretch of coastline in the state.

East Coast Tasmania is a loosely defined geographic region on the eastern seaboard of the island state of Tasmania, Australia. Stretching from the southern approaches of Cockle Creek and Bruny Island in the south to the remote Bay of Fires in the northeast, the region is known for its coastal beauty, national parks, and historic settlements. It is one of Tasmania’s most visited areas, popular for its mild climate, beaches, fishing, wineries, and bushwalking.

Background information about East Coast Tasmania adapted from Wikipedia, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Best time to visit East Coast Tasmania

Based on 30 years of weather data. Sweet spot: Sep, Oct, Nov — mild temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sun. Avoid Jun, Jul if you can — typically the wettest or hottest stretch of the year.

Jan

36°

7° low

52mm

Feb

32°

7° low

42mm

Mar

32°

5° low

56mm

Apr

26°

4° low

49mm

May

21°

3° low

44mm

Jun

17°

2° low

57mm

Jul

15°

1° low

42mm

Aug

18°

1° low

59mm

Sep

21°

2° low

49mm

Oct

26°

2° low

51mm

Nov

30°

4° low

66mm

Dec

33°

4° low

52mm

Daytime high (large) · overnight low (small) · monthly rainfall (blue bar). Climate normals: 1991–2020 from Open-Meteo's ERA5 reanalysis.

Beach & ocean conditions at East Coast Tasmania

Typical wave height around 0.7 m over the next two weeks. a wetsuit makes winter swims much more pleasant.

Avg wave height

0.7 m

Sea-surface temperatures from Open-Meteo's ERA5 reanalysis. Wave forecast from the GFS Wave model — check official sources before swimming, paddling or boating.

What else is around East Coast Tasmania

Points of interest within 25 km, pulled from OpenStreetMap. Distances are straight-line; check road access before heading out.

🎡 Attractions (6)

Freycinet Vineyards22.1 km
Devil’s Corner Cellar Door22.7 km
Penguins nests.7.2 km
Bicheno's Glass Bottom Boat8.3 km
Bicheno Blowhole8.9 km
Rocking Rock9.0 km

🔭 Lookouts & viewpoints (7)

Unnamed21.5 km
Unnamed21.8 km
Unnamed22.9 km
Devils5.0 km
Whalers Lookout8.3 km
Whalers Lookout8.3 km

⛰️ Peaks & summits (24)

Pennefathers Knob12.0 km
Tar Hill14.5 km
Mount Punter15.9 km
Knocklofty16.4 km
Dogwood Hill16.7 km
Little John17.6 km

🏰 Historic sites (2)

Australian Merchant Navy8.0 km
Wauba Debar8.0 km

Source: OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL.

Drive times to and from East Coast Tasmania

Real road distance and driving time to other destinations in the state. Click through for fuel estimates, suggested overnight stops, and tours along the way.

To Freycinet Peninsula

Frequently asked about East Coast Tasmania

Where is East Coast Tasmania?: East Coast Tasmania is in East Coast, Tasmania, Australia.
When is the best time to visit East Coast Tasmania?: Based on 30 years of weather data, the most pleasant months at East Coast Tasmania are typically September, October, November — mild temperatures and lower rainfall. School holiday periods can also fit if you don't mind the crowds.
What's the weather like in East Coast Tasmania?: Summer daytime highs average around 36°C and winter overnight lows can drop to about 1°C. See the climate panel above for the month-by-month breakdown.