Chesterton Range National Park
Park National park protecting sandstone ranges and woodlands
Queensland park protecting sandstone ranges, gorges and savanna country; visitors hike, camp and watch for native wildlife.
How to Get to Chesterton Range National Park #
The park is reached by sealed and unsealed roads off regional highways north of central Queensland towns. Visitors should consult local Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service publications for access tracks and maps; a high-clearance vehicle is recommended for unpaved roads.
Tips for Visiting Chesterton Range National Park #
- Carry insect repellent during warm months; mosquitoes can be persistent near standing water.
- Check for park alerts and seasonal closures-this is a remote outback park with limited visitor facilities.
- Travel with a high-clearance vehicle if planning to use unsealed roads; rainfall can make tracks difficult.
Best Time to Visit Chesterton Range National Park #
Visiting in the drier autumn-spring window is usually safest; the park is remote and roads are affected by seasonal weather.
Weather & Climate near Chesterton Range National Park #
Chesterton Range National Park's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 4°C to 33°C. Moderate rainfall (563 mm/year).
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 19°C. The wettest month with 84 mm of rain.
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February
February is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).
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March
March is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 5°C. The driest month with just 24 mm.
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September
September is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).
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November
November is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).
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