Clarke Island (Tasmania)

Island Remote Tasmanian island in Bass Strait, conservation area

In the Bass Strait’s Furneaux Group, Clarke Island draws anglers, birdwatchers and small‑boat visitors with rugged coastlines, seabird colonies and remote walking.

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Clarke Island (Tasmania)
Clarke Island (Kelerreker), Bass Strait, Tasmania, Australia
-40.5300, 148.1700
Access by boat; no formal opening hours (follow landing permit rules)
No formal entrance fee; access varies by season and permit for landing may be required for certain activities

How to Get to Clarke Island (Tasmania) #

Access is by private boat or charter from Flinders Island (the nearest service hub) or from the Tasmanian mainland. Trips must be arranged in advance; Flinders Island has flights from Launceston and Melbourne, and boat charters operate seasonally depending on weather.

Tips for Visiting Clarke Island (Tasmania) #

  • Check Tasmanian Parks & Wildlife Service notices for landing permissions, especially during nesting seasons.
  • Bring waterproof layers - weather can change quickly and sea crossings are often choppy.
  • If planning to camp or explore interior tracks, notify local authorities and prepare for no facilities.

Best Time to Visit Clarke Island (Tasmania) #

Best visited in summer and early autumn when sea conditions are most favorable and services operate.

Summer
Dec-Feb · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Warmest months and most reliable for boat transfers; good for wildlife and beaches.
Autumn
Mar-May · 10-20°C (50-68°F)
Calmer seas sometimes and quieter; good for birdwatching.
Winter-Spring
Jun-Nov · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Rougher seas and unpredictable weather; not ideal for casual visits.

Weather & Climate near Clarke Island (Tasmania) #

Climate

Clarke Island (Tasmania)'s climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in February) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 6°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (700 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
22°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 21°

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
14° 22°

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 21°

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
11° 18°

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with 70 mm of rain.

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
13°

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 20°

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
6.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy

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