Bundjalung National Park

Park Coastal park protecting beaches, wetlands and Aboriginal heritage

Coastal reserve on New South Wales’ north coast featuring beaches, coastal rainforest and estuaries; Bundjalung National Park offers surf and river fishing, walking tracks and cultural sites.

How to Get to Bundjalung National Park #

Bundjalung stretches along the Pacific Highway and local coastal roads near Evans Head, Iluka and other small towns. Major access points are reached by car from Ballina or Grafton; some sections are best accessed with 4WD.

Tips for Visiting Bundjalung National Park #

Arrive at sunrise for dolphins at Woombah and quiet estuary birdlife
Visit the Brunswick Heads and Iluka sections early in summer to avoid overcrowding
Check for 4WD beach permits if planning to explore coastal areas that allow vehicle access

Best Time to Visit Bundjalung National Park #

Spring and autumn offer pleasant weather and fewer crowds; summer is popular for beaches.

Spring (Sep-Nov)

September-November · 15-25°C

Wildflowers and milder temperatures-good for walking and camping.

Summer (Dec-Feb)

December-February · 20-30°C

Beach swimming and estuary activities; early starts advised due to heat.

Autumn (Mar-May)

March-May · 15-25°C

Calmer waters and fewer visitors-good for coastal walks and birdwatching.

Weather & Climate near Bundjalung National Park #

Climate

Bundjalung 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 9°C to 27°C. Abundant rainfall (1413 mm/year), wettest in March.

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

27°

Warmest Month

9°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm).

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Mild

24°C

Temperature

20° – 27°

Weather

126 mm

Rainfall

4.6 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

February

February is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (171 mm).

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Mild

24°C

Temperature

20° – 27°

Weather

171 mm

Rainfall

4.7 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

March

March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (198 mm).

Comfort

23°

Feels Like Mild

23°C

Temperature

19° – 26°

Weather

198 mm

Rainfall

4.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

April

April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm).

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

16° – 24°

Weather

149 mm

Rainfall

3.9 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (163 mm).

Comfort

18°

Feels Like Cool

18°C

Temperature

14° – 22°

Weather

163 mm

Rainfall

3.8 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm).

Comfort

15°

Feels Like Cool

15°C

Temperature

11° – 20°

Weather

122 mm

Rainfall

3.6 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).

Comfort

14°

Feels Like Cool

14°C

Temperature

9° – 19°

Weather

77 mm

Rainfall

3.6 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).

Comfort

15°

Feels Like Cool

15°C

Temperature

10° – 20°

Weather

44 mm

Rainfall

4.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).

Comfort

17°

Feels Like Cool

17°C

Temperature

12° – 22°

Weather

49 mm

Rainfall

4.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

October

October is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).

Comfort

19°

Feels Like Mild

19°C

Temperature

15° – 23°

Weather

85 mm

Rainfall

4.9 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

November

November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

17° – 25°

Weather

102 mm

Rainfall

4.8 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

December

December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm).

Comfort

23°

Feels Like Mild

23°C

Temperature

19° – 26°

Weather

127 mm

Rainfall

4.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

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