What the mapping shows for Latrobe
Part of Latrobe is mapped as subject to coastal inundation.
2.1% of Latrobe is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)
10.8% of Latrobe is mapped as subject to coastal erosion (coastal erosion hazard band mapped for the Tasmanian planning system)
Tasmanian Coastal Inundation Hazard Bands (20161201), State of Tasmania (Department of Premier and Cabinet), Creative Commons Attribution 4.0, retrieved 2026-10-23
This is a share of the suburb's land area from a published state dataset, not an assessment of any property. A ClimateNest report scores the individual address across eight hazards, with insurance and value projections to 2050.
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2.1% of Latrobe is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)
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Heat Risk Score
Not assessedLatrobe experiences moderate heat risk, with increasing average temperatures projected. This could lead to more frequent heatwaves and heat stress, particularly for vulnerable populations.
Key Facts
- Heat Risk
- Latrobe experiences moderate heat risk, with increasing average temperatures projected. This could lead to more frequent heatwaves and heat stress, particularly for vulnerable populations.
- Trend
- increasing
- Suburb
- Latrobe, TAS
- Overall Risk
- Medium
- Postcode
- 7307
Heat Risk Analysis
Latrobe in Tasmania faces location-specific extreme heat risk. The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) reports that Australia's average temperature has increased by approximately 1.5 °C since 1910, with the frequency of extreme heat days rising across most regions.
The urban heat island (UHI) effect can make built-up areas of Latrobe warmer than surrounding rural areas, particularly on summer nights. Dark roof materials, limited tree canopy cover, and heat-absorbing surfaces contribute to localised heat stress that varies by property.
Average maximum temperatures in January are increasing. Heat stress events are becoming more frequent, requiring public health interventions.
Get an address-level heat risk assessment from ClimateNest for Latrobe including cooling cost estimates, heatwave vulnerability scoring, and adaptation recommendations tailored to your property.
ClimateNest assesses hazards at the address rather than the suburb, because exposure varies street by street within Latrobe. An address-level check is what tells you about a specific property before you buy, sell or insure it.
Local Hazard Evidence
Historical Events
Latrobe experienced a prolonged heatwave with record-breaking temperatures, leading to heat stress and health concerns.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Improve Drainage Infrastructure
ImmediateUpgrade drainage systems to handle increased rainfall intensity and reduce flood risk.
Est. cost: High
Implement Heat Action Plan
Near-termDevelop a heat action plan to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves.
Est. cost: Medium
Bushfire Risk Mitigation
Near-termImplement vegetation management and bushfire prevention measures to reduce bushfire risk.
Est. cost: Medium
Community Awareness Programs
Long-termConduct community awareness programs to educate residents about climate risks and adaptation measures.
Est. cost: Low
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
How hot does Latrobe get in summer?
Latrobe in Tasmania experiences summer temperatures consistent with the regional climate. BOM publishes historical temperature data for weather stations near Latrobe. Get a property-specific heat exposure assessment with projected cooling costs from ClimateNest.
Is extreme heat increasing in Latrobe?
Australia-wide, extreme heat events have become more frequent since the mid-20th century, and this trend is consistent with CSIRO climate projections for Tasmania. Continued warming is likely through 2050 under all emissions scenarios.
How does heat affect energy costs for Latrobe properties?
Higher temperatures increase cooling demand, which raises electricity costs. ClimateNest provides energy cost projections based on your property's specific exposure to extreme heat days in Latrobe and the performance of your building envelope.
What heat mitigation measures work best in Latrobe?
Effective heat mitigation includes light-coloured roofing (cool roofs), ceiling and wall insulation, double-glazed windows, external shading, cross-ventilation design, and increasing tree canopy around the property. These measures reduce indoor temperatures and cooling costs.
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