Bellinger River National Park

Park Coastal New South Wales park along Bellinger River

River valley national park in New South Wales protecting rainforest pockets and river scenery; visitors come for bushwalking, river views and wildlife spotting in quieter, less-developed areas.

Tips for Visiting Bellinger River National Park #

Check NSW National Parks alerts and local conditions before you go-river parks like Bellinger are prone to flood-related closures and track damage after heavy rain.
Aim to visit in the drier months when water clarity and access are best; during wet seasons some tracks and camp areas may be impassable.
Plan logistics in advance: this is a riverine reserve with limited facilities, so confirm open access points and any permit or camping restrictions with local park authorities.

Best Time to Visit Bellinger River National Park #

Visit in the shoulder seasons (spring and autumn) to avoid summer heat, storms and to enjoy easier access and wildlife viewing.

Shoulder seasons (best)

March-May and September-November (autumn and spring) · Mild and pleasant (typically 15-25°C)

Avoids the summer heat and heavier summer storms; good for walking, wildlife and easier park access.

Summer (wet/hot)

December-February · Warm to hot, often humid with thunderstorms

Higher temperatures and heavier rainfall can make some tracks muddy or impassable; bushfire and heavy‑rain risks increase in some years.

Weather & Climate near Bellinger River National Park #

Climate

Bellinger River National Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 6°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1650 mm/year), wettest in January.

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

26°

Warmest Month

6°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (237 mm).

Comfort

22°

Feels Like Mild

22°C

Temperature

18° – 26°

Weather

237 mm

Rainfall

3.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

February

February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Heavy rain (218 mm).

Comfort

22°

Feels Like Mild

22°C

Temperature

18° – 26°

Weather

218 mm

Rainfall

3.7 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

March

March is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (227 mm).

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

16° – 25°

Weather

227 mm

Rainfall

3.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (155 mm).

Comfort

18°

Feels Like Cool

18°C

Temperature

13° – 22°

Weather

155 mm

Rainfall

2.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm).

Comfort

15°

Feels Like Cool

15°C

Temperature

10° – 19°

Weather

139 mm

Rainfall

2.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

June

June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).

Comfort

12°

Feels Like Cool

12°C

Temperature

7° – 17°

Weather

92 mm

Rainfall

3.2 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).

Comfort

11°

Feels Like Cool

11°C

Temperature

6° – 16°

Weather

70 mm

Rainfall

3.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).

Comfort

12°

Feels Like Cool

12°C

Temperature

7° – 18°

Weather

40 mm

Rainfall

3.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).

Comfort

15°

Feels Like Cool

15°C

Temperature

9° – 20°

Weather

51 mm

Rainfall

3.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

October

October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).

Comfort

17°

Feels Like Cool

17°C

Temperature

12° – 22°

Weather

102 mm

Rainfall

3.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

November

November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm).

Comfort

19°

Feels Like Mild

19°C

Temperature

14° – 24°

Weather

150 mm

Rainfall

3.8 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

December

December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (169 mm).

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

16° – 26°

Weather

169 mm

Rainfall

3.2 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

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