Japoon National Park
Park Tropical rainforest park protecting diverse wet forest ecosystems
In Queensland’s wet tropics, Japoon National Park protects rainforest gullies, creeks and waterfalls; visitors come for bushwalking, birdwatching and exploring tropical forest close to Innisfail and the Atherton Tablelands.
How to Get to Japoon National Park #
Access is by sealed and unsealed roads from the Tully and Innisfail regions in Far North Queensland. Visitors should check the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service website for the latest access information and road conditions; 4WD may be necessary for some approaches, especially in the wet season.
Tips for Visiting Japoon National Park #
- Check for seasonal closures-some access roads may be impassable in the wet season (November-April).
- Bring binoculars for birdwatching; the wet tropics host many endemic species.
- Contact Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service for current track conditions and any permits needed for camping or research.
Best Time to Visit Japoon National Park #
The dry season (May-October) is the most reliable time to visit for trail access and comfortable conditions; wet season offers lush scenery but travel disruptions.
Weather & Climate near Japoon National Park #
Japoon National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 14°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (2854 mm/year), wettest in March.
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (323 mm).
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February
February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (490 mm).
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March
March is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (634 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (426 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (189 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm).
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July
July is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (164 mm).
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October
October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm).
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