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Clarke Island (Tasmania)

Island

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) essentials

Address: Clarke Island (Kelerreker), Bass Strait, Tasmania, Australia
Hours: Access by boat; no formal opening hours (follow landing permit rules)
Admission: No formal entrance fee; access varies by season and permit for landing may be required for certain activities
When to Go

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).

Air Quality: AQI 26 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
22°
Warmest Month
6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 13° - 21° 17° 55 mm - - 5.3 m/s - -
February - 14° - 22° 18° 34 mm - - 5.0 m/s - -
March - 13° - 21° 17° 59 mm - - 4.8 m/s - -
April - 11° - 18° 14° 62 mm - - 4.4 m/s - -
May - 9° - 16° 12° 65 mm - - 4.3 m/s - -
June - 7° - 14° 10° 64 mm - - 4.6 m/s - -
July - 6° - 13° 7° 69 mm - - 3.9 m/s - -
August - 6° - 13° 7° 70 mm - - 4.7 m/s - -
September - 8° - 15° 11° 59 mm - - 4.8 m/s - -
October - 9° - 17° 13° 49 mm - - 5.9 m/s - -
November - 10° - 18° 14° 55 mm - - 5.5 m/s - -
December - 12° - 20° 16° 59 mm - - 6.3 m/s - -
Getting There & Around

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.