Great Keppel Island
Island Coral-fringed island with beaches on Great Barrier Reef
Off Queensland’s coast near Yeppoon, Great Keppel Island lies inside the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park-beaches, snorkelling, day trips, camping options and short bushwalks draw holidaymakers.
How to Get to Great Keppel Island #
Ferries and private boats run regularly from Rosslyn Bay (near Rockhampton) to Great Keppel Island. The crossing takes around 40-50 minutes. There are also private charter operators for day trips and snorkeling excursions.
Tips for Visiting Great Keppel Island #
- Book accommodation and any 4WD hires well in advance during peak season (Dec-Feb).
- Take the inland walking trails early in the morning to avoid afternoon winds and see wildlife more easily.
- If visiting the southern beaches, check tide charts - some stretches of sand narrow dramatically at high tide.
Best Time to Visit Great Keppel Island #
May-September typically offers the most comfortable weather and calmer seas for diving and hiking.
Weather & Climate near Great Keppel Island #
Great Keppel Island'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. Abundant rainfall (1025 mm/year), wettest in March.
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (148 mm).
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February
February is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm) and breezy conditions.
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March
March is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (178 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 21 mm.
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October
October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm).
