Goongarrie National Park
Park Outback park preserving mulga woodlands and dunes
A remote park in Western Australia’s interior. Characterised by woodland, salt lakes and red-soil country; visited by bushwalkers, birdwatchers and those travelling the outback routes.
How to Get to Goongarrie National Park #
Typically reached by road from the Goldfields Highway and local roads; a 4WD is recommended for many of the park’s tracks. Nearest service towns are some distance away-carry spare fuel, water, and a physical map.
Tips for Visiting Goongarrie National Park #
- Take a high-clearance vehicle-the park is accessed via unsealed tracks that can be rough after rain.
- Bring insect repellent and a paper map; mobile reception can be patchy inside the park.
- If planning multi-day bushwalking, register intentions with local authorities and check recent fire and weather alerts.
Best Time to Visit Goongarrie National Park #
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable for exploration; avoid the heat and fire-risk months in high summer.
Weather & Climate near Goongarrie National Park #
Goongarrie National Park's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 5°C to 34°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 34°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 19°C. The wettest month with 37 mm of rain.
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March
March is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall.
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August
August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. The driest month with just 12 mm.
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October
October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall.
