Churchill National Park

Park Small peri-urban national park near Melbourne, home to koalas

Near Melbourne, Churchill National Park offers walking trails through eucalypt woodland, picnic spots and opportunities to spot koalas along shaded tracks.

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Churchill National Park
Churchill National Park, Victoria, Australia
-37.9493, 145.2599
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Park fees may apply for certain activities or vehicle access

How to Get to Churchill National Park #

Churchill National Park is approximately 30-50 minutes by car from central Melbourne depending on traffic. Local buses and trains serve nearby suburbs, with a short walk or taxi from stations to park entrances.

Tips for Visiting Churchill National Park #

  • Arrive before midday on weekends to secure parking at trailheads and picnic areas.
  • The park offers several short walking tracks and a longer loop for birdwatching-bring binoculars.
  • Roads into the park can be narrow; take care driving and watch for wildlife crossing.

Best Time to Visit Churchill National Park #

Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable walking weather and active wildlife.

Spring
September-November · 10-20°C
Wildflowers and breeding birds make spring a lively time in the park.
Autumn
March-May · 15-25°C
Milder temperatures and quieter trails; good for walking and picnics.

Weather & Climate near Churchill National Park #

Climate

Churchill National Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in February) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 6°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (925 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 25°

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 26°

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
13° 24°

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
13°

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with 91 mm of rain.

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with 91 mm of rain.

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 21°

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
12° 23°

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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