What the mapping shows for Wynyard

  • Part of Wynyard is mapped as subject to coastal inundation.

    0.7% of Wynyard is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)

  • 5.3% of Wynyard 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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📮 Wynyard postcode: 7325

Heat Risk in Wynyard, TAS: 2026 Assessment

Wynyard, Tasmania· Waratah-Wynyard· 7325
Wynyard experiences moderate heat risk. While not as extreme as inland areas, increasing average temperatures and more frequent heatwaves will pose challenges, especially for vulnerable populations.Updated 3 Apr 2026

0.7% of Wynyard is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)

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$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
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30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

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Heat Risk Score

Not assessed

Wynyard experiences moderate heat risk. While not as extreme as inland areas, increasing average temperatures and more frequent heatwaves will pose challenges, especially for vulnerable populations.

Key Facts

Heat Risk
Wynyard experiences moderate heat risk. While not as extreme as inland areas, increasing average temperatures and more frequent heatwaves will pose challenges, especially for vulnerable populations.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Wynyard, TAS
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
7325

Heat Risk Analysis

Wynyard 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 Wynyard 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.

Heatwaves are becoming more frequent, with potential impacts on public health and infrastructure.

Get an address-level heat risk assessment from ClimateNest for Wynyard 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 Wynyard. An address-level check is what tells you about a specific property before you buy, sell or insure it.

Local Hazard Evidence

Avg January Max Temp22 °C
Heat Stress Events/Year1.5
Urban Heat ContextHeatwaves are becoming more frequent, with potential impacts on public health and infrastructure.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Coastal Protection Measures

Immediate

Invest in coastal protection measures, such as sea walls and beach nourishment, to mitigate the impacts of sea-level rise and erosion.

Est. cost: High

Flood Mitigation Infrastructure

Near-term

Upgrade drainage systems and build flood levees to reduce the risk of flooding from the Inglis River.

Est. cost: Medium

Community Awareness Programs

Near-term

Implement community awareness programs to educate residents about climate change risks and adaptation strategies.

Est. cost: Low

Sustainable Land Use Planning

Long-term

Incorporate climate change considerations into land use planning decisions to avoid development in high-risk areas.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Waratah-Wynyard Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 3 April 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

How hot does Wynyard get in summer?

Wynyard in Tasmania experiences summer temperatures consistent with the regional climate. BOM publishes historical temperature data for weather stations near Wynyard. Get a property-specific heat exposure assessment with projected cooling costs from ClimateNest.

Is extreme heat increasing in Wynyard?

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 Wynyard 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 Wynyard and the performance of your building envelope.

What heat mitigation measures work best in Wynyard?

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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What A$49 could save you from

$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

*Industry sources: ICA, APRA, RBA

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