Khappinghat National Park

National Park National park preserving diverse native bushland

A national park in New South Wales offering bushwalking and birdwatching; visitors use its trails to explore local forests and coastal scenery.

Khappinghat National Park
-31.9641, 152.4825
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How to Get to Khappinghat National Park #

Khappinghat National Park is accessed by regional roads from nearby towns in New South Wales. Driving is usually the most practical option; some access tracks may require a high-clearance vehicle. Check New South Wales National Parks and Wildlife Service resources or local visitor centers for up-to-date directions and road conditions.

Tips for Visiting Khappinghat National Park #

  • Check access restrictions - some areas of national parks in New South Wales require permits or seasonal closures to protect wildlife.
  • Bring binoculars for birdwatching; the park's remnant forests can host a variety of native species.
  • Road conditions vary; a high-clearance vehicle is helpful for some park entrances.

Best Time to Visit Khappinghat National Park #

Autumn and spring are generally the most comfortable seasons for walking and wildlife watching; check local park alerts for closures.

Autumn (Mar-May)
Mar-May · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Milder temperatures after summer heat; good for walking and wildlife spotting.
Spring (Sep-Nov)
Sep-Nov · 12-22°C (54-72°F)
Wildflowers and active wildlife; pleasant hiking weather.
Winter (Jun-Aug)
Jun-Aug · 8-16°C (46-61°F)
Cooler and quieter, though some tracks may be muddy.

Weather & Climate near Khappinghat National Park #

Climate

Khappinghat National Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 7°C to 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1190 mm/year), wettest in March.

Air Quality: AQI 29 Good
Best Time to Visit
OctoberAprilSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° – 28°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

130 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.8h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° – 28°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

129 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (175 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° – 27°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

175 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.1h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° – 24°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm).

72 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° – 21°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

111 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
8° – 19°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm).

76 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
7° – 18°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.2h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).

76 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
7° – 20°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).

78 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
9° – 22°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
11.8h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
12° – 24°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.7h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° – 25°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° – 28°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
14.0h daylight

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