New Year Island (Tasmania)New Year Island (Tasmania) at a Glance
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When to Go
Best Time to Visit New Year Island (Tasmania)
A remote Tasmanian island best visited in the austral summer on a planned charter; otherwise inaccessible.
Summer (Dec-Feb)
Dec-Feb · 10-20°C
Easier sea conditions and longer daylight; the most practical visiting season.
Weather & Climate near New Year Island (Tasmania)
Climate
Temperate climate with mild summers (peaking in February) and cool winters (coldest in August). Temperatures range from 10°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (994 mm/year).
Air Quality:
AQI 26
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
20°
Warmest Month
11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 15° - 19° | 17° | 39 mm | - | - | 7.6 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 16° - 20° | 18° | 35 mm | - | - | 6.5 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 15° - 20° | 17° | 63 mm | - | - | 7.8 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 14° - 18° | 16° | 72 mm | - | - | 7.3 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 13° - 17° | 15° | 102 mm | - | - | 8.0 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 12° - 15° | 13° | 113 mm | - | - | 8.4 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 11° - 15° | 13° | 138 mm | - | - | 7.6 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 11° - 14° | 12° | 128 mm | - | - | 8.1 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 11° - 14° | 12° | 96 mm | - | - | 8.6 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 11° - 15° | 13° | 85 mm | - | - | 7.7 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 12° - 16° | 14° | 67 mm | - | - | 7.0 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 13° - 18° | 16° | 56 mm | - | - | 7.4 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to New Year Island (Tasmania)
Reachable only by private boat or research charter from Tasmanian ports; check local authorities for landing permissions and sea conditions.
Tips for Visiting New Year Island (Tasmania)
- Approach only with a licensed charter or as part of a wildlife survey; New Year Island is remote with no visitor facilities.
- Bring sufficient supplies and navigation aids - sea conditions around Tasmania can change quickly.