What the mapping shows for Moonah
Part of Moonah is mapped as subject to coastal inundation.
0.2% of Moonah is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)
57.4% of Moonah 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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0.2% of Moonah 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 assessedMoonah experiences moderate heat risk, with increasing average temperatures and more frequent heatwaves projected. This can impact vulnerable populations and infrastructure.
Key Facts
- Heat Risk
- Moonah experiences moderate heat risk, with increasing average temperatures and more frequent heatwaves projected. This can impact vulnerable populations and infrastructure.
- Trend
- increasing
- Suburb
- Moonah, TAS
- Overall Risk
- Medium
- Postcode
- 7009
Heat Risk Analysis
Moonah 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 Moonah 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 January maximum temperatures are expected to increase in the coming decades. Vulnerable populations should take precautions during heatwaves.
Get an address-level heat risk assessment from ClimateNest for Moonah 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 Moonah. An address-level check is what tells you about a specific property before you buy, sell or insure it.
Local Hazard Evidence
Historical Events
Tasmania experienced a prolonged heatwave, impacting vulnerable populations in Moonah.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Upgrade Flood Defenses
Near-termInvest in infrastructure to protect against increased flooding, such as levees and improved drainage systems.
Est. cost: High
Develop Heat Action Plans
ImmediateImplement heat action plans to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves, including cooling centers and public awareness campaigns.
Est. cost: Medium
Strengthen Coastal Protection
Long-termImplement measures to protect against coastal erosion and inundation, such as seawalls and beach nourishment.
Est. cost: High
Improve Building Codes
Near-termUpdate building codes to ensure new construction is resilient to climate change impacts, such as flooding and heatwaves.
Est. cost: Medium
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
How hot does Moonah get in summer?
Moonah in Tasmania experiences summer temperatures consistent with the regional climate. BOM publishes historical temperature data for weather stations near Moonah. Get a property-specific heat exposure assessment with projected cooling costs from ClimateNest.
Is extreme heat increasing in Moonah?
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 Moonah 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 Moonah and the performance of your building envelope.
What heat mitigation measures work best in Moonah?
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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