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Huonville () HYOO-on-vil is a town located on the banks of the Huon River in the Huon Valley, in the south-east of Tasmania, Australia. It serves as the administrative centre of the Huon Valley Council and is the largest town in the Huon Valley region. Situated approximately 38 kilometres south of the state capital, Hobart, Huonville acts as a gateway to Tasmania’s wilderness areas and the Southwest National Park.
The town is historically significant for its role in Tasmania's apple-growing industry, earning the Huon Valley the nickname "Golden Valley" due to its production of Golden Delicious apples. While the apple industry has declined, Huonville remains an important agricultural hub, now also known for aquaculture, including salmon farming, and for tourism. As the most centrally located township in the Huon Valley, Huonville serves as a hub for visitors exploring the region’s scenic landscapes, artisanal food and drink, and outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, and fishing.
Huonville has a population of 3,002 according to the 2021 census. It is known for its proximity to the Huon Highway, which connects the town to nearby communities and Hobart, making it a central regional township for transport and trade. The township has historically faced environmental challenges, including vulnerability to floods and bushfires, which have affected the town in recent years. Despite these challenges, Huonville continues to thrive as a hub for eco-tourism and sustainable agriculture, preserving its rural heritage while adapting to modern economic and environmental conditions.
Background information about Huon Valley adapted from Wikipedia, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Next 7 days at Huon Valley
Live forecast from Open-Meteo. Updated each time the page loads.
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Best time to visit Huon Valley
Based on 30 years of weather data. Sweet spot: Sep, Oct, Nov — mild temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sun. Avoid Jun, Jul if you can — typically the wettest or hottest stretch of the year.
Jan
36°
3° low
70mm
Feb
32°
3° low
54mm
Mar
35°
2° low
75mm
Apr
25°
0° low
74mm
May
21°
-1° low
90mm
Jun
15°
-3° low
95mm
Jul
14°
-3° low
102mm
Aug
17°
-2° low
124mm
Sep
21°
-2° low
109mm
Oct
26°
-1° low
98mm
Nov
30°
1° low
75mm
Dec
33°
2° low
85mm
Daytime high (large) · overnight low (small) · monthly rainfall (blue bar). Climate normals: 1991–2020 from Open-Meteo's ERA5 reanalysis.
What else is around Huon Valley
Points of interest within 25 km, pulled from OpenStreetMap. Distances are straight-line; check road access before heading out.
🎡 Attractions (4)
- 20.3 km
- 6.9 km
- 7.2 km
- 7.3 km
🏖️ Beaches (1)
- 25.0 km
🔭 Lookouts & viewpoints (14)
- 14.3 km
- 15.2 km
- 20.1 km
- 20.3 km
- 20.3 km
- 21.6 km
⛰️ Peaks & summits (86)
- 10.4 km
- 10.5 km
- 10.6 km
- 10.8 km
- 11.2 km
- 11.7 km
🌳 Nature reserves & national parks (1)
- 19.3 km
🏰 Historic sites (9)
- 15.0 km
- 15.4 km
- 16.7 km
- 21.7 km
- 24.1 km
- 24.2 km
🏛️ Museums & galleries (4)
- 10.9 km
- 14.9 km
- 15.0 km
- 16.8 km
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL.
Drive times to and from Huon Valley
Real road distance and driving time to other destinations in the state. Click through for fuel estimates, suggested overnight stops, and tours along the way.
Frequently asked about Huon Valley
- Where is Huon Valley?
- Huon Valley is in Hobart Region, Tasmania, Australia.
- When is the best time to visit Huon Valley?
- Based on 30 years of weather data, the most pleasant months at Huon Valley are typically October, September, November — mild temperatures and lower rainfall. School holiday periods can also fit if you don't mind the crowds.
- What's the weather like in Huon Valley?
- Summer daytime highs average around 36°C and winter overnight lows can drop to about -3°C. See the climate panel above for the month-by-month breakdown.
