Kalamunda National Park

Park Western Australian national park with jarrah forest and trails

East of Perth, Kalamunda National Park preserves jarrah and marri forest on the Darling Range, with walking tracks, picnic spots and lookouts over the Swan Coastal Plain. Wildflower displays draw local hikers in spring.

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Kalamunda National Park
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How to Get to Kalamunda National Park #

Kalamunda National Park is east of Perth in Western Australia, accessible via Ridge Hill Road and near the township of Kalamunda. From Perth CBD it’s approximately a 30-40 minute drive along major suburban roads. Local buses connect to Kalamunda township from Perth, and the visitor centre provides trail information.

Tips for Visiting Kalamunda National Park #

  • Start at the Kalamunda Visitor Centre to pick up trail maps and the best current advice on track conditions.
  • Hike the Zig Zag Scenic Drive trails early to enjoy the wildflower displays in spring.
  • Combine the park with a visit to nearby Perth Hills wineries or olive groves for a full-day outing.

Best Time to Visit Kalamunda National Park #

Best in spring for wildflowers; autumn also offers comfortable hiking conditions away from summer heat.

Spring (September-November)
Sep-Nov · 12-25°C (54-77°F)
Wildflowers and pleasantly mild days make trails especially attractive.
Autumn (March-May)
Mar-May · 15-28°C (59-82°F)
Clearer air and cooler evenings are good for longer hikes.

Weather & Climate near Kalamunda National Park #

Climate

Kalamunda 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 8°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (952 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
16° 30°

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
17° 31°

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 28°

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°

Weather

118 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (185 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

185 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (188 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

188 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (148 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

148 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 21°

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 11 mm.

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
14° 28°

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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