Cradle Mountain 2024 Climate Summary
Cradle Mountain's weather tells a compelling story across the seasons. The temperature and rainfall patterns provide valuable insight into what to expect throughout the year.
The temperature profile shows a range from -1.1°C lows in the coldest months to 16.2°C highs in summer, creating a seasonal temperature swing of 9.4°C.
Sep brings the heaviest precipitation at 346mm, contrasting sharply with Feb's mere 66mm. The city receives 2003mm annually over approximately 204 rain days.
Cradle Mountain runs 5.8°C cooler than the Tasmania average. The 2003mm annual rainfall aligns closely with regional patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit Cradle Mountain. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, Cradle Mountain's climate offers distinct seasonal advantages throughout the year.
Note on methodology: this page summarises 2024 observations only. Long-record climate trend analysis drawn from ACORN-SAT (1910 to present) is in development. For context on multi-decade change, see the BOM State of the Climate report.
Temperature Profile
Monthly maximum and minimum temperature ranges showing seasonal variation in Cradle Mountain's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for Cradle Mountain reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 10.6°C, while the average minimum is 3.1°C. This 7.5°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout Cradle Mountain showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 2003mm, distributed across the calendar year. The distribution pattern shows distinct wet and dry periods that influence local climate conditions.
Climate Summary Table
Complete monthly climate averages including temperature, precipitation, solar radiation, and humidity data.
| Month | Max °C | Min °C | Rain mm | Rain Days | Solar MJ | Humidity % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.2 | 7.0 | 148 | 18 | 21.0 | 61% |
| February | 15.7 | 6.2 | 66 | 10 | 19.5 | 61% |
| March | 14.3 | 6.3 | 96 | 15 | 15.2 | 63% |
| April | 9.5 | 3.5 | 136 | 20 | 7.9 | 78% |
| May | 8.7 | 1.4 | 98 | 11 | 6.8 | 75% |
| June | 5.5 | -1.1 | 139 | 10 | 5.2 | 76% |
| July | 5.6 | -0.2 | 119 | 15 | 5.5 | 72% |
| August | 7.0 | 2.2 | 335 | 25 | 6.1 | 82% |
| September | 5.8 | 0.4 | 346 | 27 | 7.9 | 80% |
| October | 9.9 | 1.6 | 126 | 17 | 17.3 | 64% |
| November | 13.9 | 4.4 | 156 | 15 | 20.0 | 56% |
| December | 14.5 | 5.4 | 240 | 21 | 20.4 | 59% |