Curtis Island National Park

Park Coastal island park protecting mangroves and wetlands

Island national park north of Gladstone protecting beaches, mangroves and coastal wetlands; accessed by ferry or private boat, it attracts anglers, birdwatchers and campers using basic, often seasonal facilities.

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Curtis Island National Park
Curtis Island National Park, Queensland, Australia (access usually by ferry or private boat from Gladstone/Benaraby)
-23.5287, 151.2222
Daily sunrise-sunset
Park entry free; camping permits/fees may apply

How to Get to Curtis Island National Park #

Curtis Island is reached by boat from Gladstone or nearby launch points. There is limited road access from the Gladstone region to designated ferry points. Check Queensland Parks for approved access points, licences and boat schedules.

Tips for Visiting Curtis Island National Park #

  • Boat access or fishing permits may be required for some areas - check Queensland Parks for regulations.
  • Look for nesting shorebirds in season and respect signage protecting sensitive breeding areas.

Best Time to Visit Curtis Island National Park #

May-October offers the most reliable weather for island visits; summer can be hot with higher rainfall and marine risks.

Winter/Spring
May-Oct · 18-28°C (64-82°F)
Drier season with comfortable temperatures and calmer seas for boat access.
Summer
Nov-Apr · 22-33°C (72-91°F)
Hotter and wetter with cyclone risk - check marine and park warnings before travel.

Weather & Climate near Curtis Island National Park #

Climate

Curtis Island National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 13°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (890 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (150 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

150 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

124 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
20° 27°

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 24°

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
14° 22°

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 21°

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
14° 22°

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 25°

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 27°

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
20° 29°

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 30°

Weather

123 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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