Freshwater National Park

Park Small national park preserving freshwater wetlands and forest

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Freshwater National Park
-27.1756, 152.9905

How to Get to Freshwater National Park #

Freshwater National Park is in Queensland; access details vary by region-consult Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service for the nearest access points and any seasonal advisories.

Tips for Visiting Freshwater National Park #

  • The national park can have exposed and wet trails-expect leeches in warmer months and bring insect repellent.
  • Check ranger station for track conditions before setting out on remote trails.
  • Boat access may be required for certain parts of the park; local operators can arrange transport.

Best Time to Visit Freshwater National Park #

Dry season (May-September) is best for access and comfortable weather; wet season can limit trail use.

Dry season (winter)
May-September · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Cooler, drier and best for hiking.
Wet season (summer)
October-April · 20-35°C (68-95°F)
Hot, humid and prone to heavy rains and flooding.

Weather & Climate near Freshwater National Park #

Climate

Freshwater National Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 9°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1315 mm/year), wettest in February.

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

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (185 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

185 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (187 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

187 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

135 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 26°

Weather

124 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 24°

Weather

118 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 21°

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
20°

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
12° 24°

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 26°

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 28°

Weather

117 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
19° 29°

Weather

149 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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