Helena National Park

National Park Protected national park with forested landscapes in Western Australia

Helena National Park in Western Australia protects forest and river country; day visitors use walking trails, picnic areas and short bush hikes.

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Helena National Park
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How to Get to Helena National Park #

Helena National Park lies east of Perth in Western Australia. Access is by car from Perth via Great Eastern Highway and local routes-follow signs toward Helena Valley and look for park entry points and picnic areas off the main roads. Public transit does not reach deep into the park; a private vehicle is recommended.

Tips for Visiting Helena National Park #

  • Park at designated car parks and check local signage-some trails are seasonal and may close after heavy rains.
  • Bring insect repellent in spring and summer; sections near waterways can be buggy.
  • Consult local ranger stations for fire danger warnings and track conditions before attempting longer hikes.

Best Time to Visit Helena National Park #

Winter through spring (June-September) generally offers the most comfortable weather for outdoor activities in Western Australia's inland parks.

Winter / Spring
June-September (Southern Hemisphere winter) · 8-20°C (46-68°F)
Cooler, drier weather is ideal for walks and wildlife watching; mornings can be crisp.
Autumn
March-May · 15-28°C (59-82°F)
Warmer evenings and mellow light; some tracks may be dustier but accessible.

Weather & Climate near Helena National Park #

Climate

Helena National Park's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in February) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 6°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (814 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 21 Good
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryFebruaryDecember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
45°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
16° 31°
43%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
3.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

February

February is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
16° 31°
46%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.

90 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
15° 28°
50%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
12° 24°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
20°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.3h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

154 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (159 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

159 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

127 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
11.8h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.8h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.

90 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
11° 24°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 10 mm and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
14° 28°
45%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
3.0
UV Index
Extreme
14.1h daylight

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