Burrum Coast National Park

Park Coastal park protecting beaches, wetlands and dunes

On Queensland’s central coast, Burrum Coast National Park includes beaches, sand dunes, mangroves and estuaries; visitors arrive for fishing, boating, camping and birdwatching.

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Burrum Coast National Park
-25.1284, 152.5511

How to Get to Burrum Coast National Park #

Access is by boat; local operators run charters from towns like St. Lawrence or Rockhampton depending on itinerary. Check Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service for regulations and permit requirements.

Tips for Visiting Burrum Coast National Park #

  • Tides and weather can make island access unpredictable - check local marine forecasts before planning a visit.
  • Many islands are uninhabited; bring provisioning and ensure permits where required for camping.
  • The southern Whitsunday whale season (winter-spring) brings marine mammal activity in the area.

Best Time to Visit Burrum Coast National Park #

Best in winter and spring for stable weather and easier island access; avoid cyclone season (Nov-Apr peak risk).

Winter/Spring
May-Sep · 18-26°C (64-79°F)
Pleasant temperatures and calmer seas for boat access.
Summer
Dec-Feb · 24-32°C (75-90°F)
Hot and humid; cyclone season risk higher, check advisories.

Weather & Climate near Burrum Coast National Park #

Climate

Burrum Coast National Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 10°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1048 mm/year), wettest in February.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
10°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (164 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°

Weather

164 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (174 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°

Weather

174 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 29°

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
18° 27°

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 24°

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 22°

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 22°

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 23°

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 25°

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 26°

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
19° 28°

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 30°

Weather

115 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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