Forest Den National Park

How to Get to Forest Den National Park #

Access is via regional roads in southeastern Queensland. The park is best reached by car from nearby towns; check local authorities for the best access routes and any seasonal advisories.

Tips for Visiting Forest Den National Park #

Check with local ranger stations for up-to-date track conditions and fire warnings.
Some trails are suitable for birdwatching at dawn; bring binoculars and a list of local species to make the most of early mornings.
Avoid visiting during heavy rain when creek crossings may be hazardous.

Best Time to Visit Forest Den National Park #

Visit in the dry season for safer access and better trail conditions.

Dry season

May-October · 65-85°F (18-29°C)

Cooler, drier conditions make walking and wildlife viewing easier.

Wet season

November-April · 75-95°F (24-35°C)

Hot and humid with frequent storms; access may be difficult.

Weather & Climate near Forest Den National Park #

Climate

Forest Den National Park's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 9°C to 36°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

36°

Warmest Month

9°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the hottest month with highs of 36°C and lows of 23°C. The wettest month with 98 mm of rain.

Comfort

30°

Feels Like Hot

30°C

Temperature

23° – 36°

Weather

98 mm

Rainfall

2.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

February

February is hot with highs of 34°C and lows of 23°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm).

Comfort

29°

Feels Like Hot

29°C

Temperature

23° – 35°

Weather

90 mm

Rainfall

2.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

March

March is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

21° – 34°

Weather

61 mm

Rainfall

2.4 m/s

Wind

Calm

April

April is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Warm

24°C

Temperature

18° – 31°

Weather

30 mm

Rainfall

2.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

May

May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

14° – 27°

Weather

24 mm

Rainfall

2.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

June

June is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

17°

Feels Like Cool

17°C

Temperature

10° – 24°

Weather

16 mm

Rainfall

2.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

16°

Feels Like Cool

16°C

Temperature

9° – 24°

Weather

17 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

August

August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

19°

Feels Like Mild

19°C

Temperature

11° – 26°

Weather

13 mm

Rainfall

2.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

September

September is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 7 mm.

Comfort

22°

Feels Like Mild

22°C

Temperature

14° – 30°

Weather

7 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

October

October is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

18° – 33°

Weather

23 mm

Rainfall

2.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

November

November is hot with highs of 35°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).

Comfort

28°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

21° – 35°

Weather

40 mm

Rainfall

3.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

December

December is the hottest month with highs of 36°C and lows of 23°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).

Comfort

30°

Feels Like Hot

30°C

Temperature

23° – 36°

Weather

68 mm

Rainfall

2.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

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