Grey Skies and Evening Drizzle: A Transition Day for Hobart

Morning Mildness with Building Cloud Cover

Hobart residents waking up this Monday, 6 April 2026, can expect a relatively calm but increasingly grey start to the week. Early morning conditions will feature temperatures hovering around 9°C, with a noticeable increase in cloud cover as the morning progresses. While the early hours may offer some glimpses of filtered sunlight, the Bureau of Meteorology data suggests that the cloud canopy will thicken significantly before midday. Commuters should find the roads dry for the morning rush, though the increasing humidity, currently sitting at approximately 82%, adds a slight chill to the air.

Afternoon Peaks and Humidity

By the afternoon, Hobart will reach its projected daytime high of approximately 18°C to 21°C. Despite these mild temperatures for early April, the lack of direct sunshine will make it feel somewhat cooler, with 'feels like' temperatures estimated around 15°C. The wind remains light, coming in from the north-northwest at roughly 11 to 15 kilometres per hour, which should keep the atmosphere from feeling stagnant. Humidity levels are expected to settle near 61% during the peak of the day. It is an ideal afternoon for outdoor exercise before the weather shifts, provided you don't mind the overcast sky.

Evening Showers on the Horizon

The primary weather transition occurs as we head into the evening. While the daylight hours remain largely dry with only a 10% chance of precipitation, the probability of rain jumps significantly to 60% after sunset. Light rain is predicted to move across the city, bringing much-needed moisture but potentially slick conditions for late-night drivers. Temperatures will begin their descent toward an overnight low of 6°C to 9°C. If you are heading out for dinner or late-shift work, an umbrella or waterproof jacket is highly recommended, as the light drizzle is expected to persist through the early hours of Tuesday morning.

Essential Weather Statistics and Alerts

For those planning their day around the sun, sunrise occurred at 6:32 am, and sunset is expected at 5:53 pm. Despite the cloud cover, the UV index remains at a 'Low' rating of 0 to 1, meaning sun protection is less of a concern than usual for a Tasmanian autumn day. Most importantly, there are currently no active weather warnings, wind alerts, or flood watches in effect for the Hobart metropolitan area. While the rain at night will be a change from the dry weekend, it is not expected to reach levels that would trigger official alerts.

• Daytime High: 21°C
• Overnight Low: 6°C
• Rain Probability: 10% (Day) / 60% (Night)
• Wind: 7-9 mph North-Northwest
• Warnings: None in effect