Great Lake (Tasmania)
Lake Large central Tasmanian freshwater lake
In Tasmania’s central highlands, Great Lake attracts anglers for brown and rainbow trout, plus boating and long, windswept shorelines; nearby trails and huts support fishing-focused stays.
How to Get to Great Lake (Tasmania) #
Access by road from central Tasmanian towns (for example, via the Highland Lakes Road). Distances are significant and weather can affect road conditions; allow extra travel time and check local transport advisories.
Tips for Visiting Great Lake (Tasmania) #
- If visiting to fish, check local licensing rules-recreational permits may be required.
- Road access can be seasonal-confirm conditions before driving long distances.
- Combine a visit with a trip to nearby highland towns to learn about local hydroelectric and freshwater management history.
Best Time to Visit Great Lake (Tasmania) #
Summer and autumn offer the most comfortable conditions for exploring Tasmania's Great Lake region; winter brings snow and limited road access.
Weather & Climate near Great Lake (Tasmania) #
Great Lake (Tasmania)'s climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in February) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from -1°C to 17°C. Abundant rainfall (1030 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).
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February
February is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).
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March
March is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (126 mm).
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August
August is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).
