During at stay at our farm you can generally expect cool to mild weather throughout the year. It can rain heavily (especially overnight) but expect that the sun can be shining and warm not long after that. If you are planning hikes at Cradle Mountain always be prepared with some warm clothes and wet weather gear regardless of the season. It can be warm and sunny here in Sheffield and snowing at Cradle Mountain (even in the spring and summer. A general guide to weather for Sheffield and Tasmania's north west coast is found below.
During the summer months (December – March) expect pleasant summer days and mild evenings (maximums in the low 20s and minimums of around 10 degrees). Don’t forget to pack a light jacket for watching the platypus or heading up into the mountains.
By May its getting cold with maximum temperatures between 10 and 13 degrees through until September. At night it can get just below freezing. Jackets and wet weather gear are essential, but on calm sunny mornings you might be surprised how warm it feels in the sun! If you plan on heading to Cradle Mountain and surrounds expect there could be snow at this time of year.
Spring months can be variable – ranging from warm and sunny to cold and windy – you might still see occasional snow on Mt Roland. You will need to pack for all four seasons!
To enjoy a walk on the farm and to meet the animals don’t forget to pack sensible closed toe shoes. There are minimal paths on the farm and in some places and some long grass. We respect the rights of all wildlife to live peacefully at the farm which also means the occasional snake (all Tasmanian snakes are venomous but prefer to stay away from people and will quickly leave the area if you happen to meet them and leave them in peace). In the winter it can get wet and muddy so bring shoes to suit (we also have a few pairs of boots in standard sizes guests can borrow)
To keep our rooms and comfy carpet sparkling clean (and cow poo free) we ask that guests remove their shoes in the cabins. If you get cold toes don’t forget your favourite pair of woolly socks or slippers or ugg boots.