Lawley River National Park

National Park Remote Kimberley national park protecting riverine ecosystems

Remote national park in northwestern Australia protecting coastal rivers and mangrove flats; accessed mainly by boat or four-wheel drive, it draws anglers, boaters and wilderness campers.

Lawley River National Park
Lawley River National Park, Kimberley region, Western Australia
-14.6779, 125.9136

How to Get to Lawley River National Park #

The park is remote and accessed primarily by boat, private charter, or floatplane from regional Kimberley towns such as Derby or Broome. Overland approaches are impractical; arrange transport with a Kimberley tour operator or charter service.

Tips for Visiting Lawley River National Park #

  • Due to its remoteness and lack of facilities, travel with experienced guides familiar with Kimberley coast logistics and tides.
  • Arrive with provisions and reliable navigation; the park is accessible mainly by boat or floatplane depending on the chosen access point.
  • Respect tidal schedules and local Indigenous agreements-Lawley River area is remote and culturally sensitive.

Best Time to Visit Lawley River National Park #

Visit in the dry season (May-October) for safe and reliable access and pleasant coastal conditions.

Dry season
May-Oct · 18-30°C (64-86°F)
Accessible by boat and clearer skies; best time for coastal exploration.
Wet season
Nov-Apr · 25-35°C (77-95°F)
Monsoonal rains can make the area inaccessible; many access services close.

Weather & Climate near Lawley River National Park #

Climate

Lawley River National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with very hot summers (peaking in November) and warm winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 14°C to 36°C. Abundant rainfall (1332 mm/year), wettest in January with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 35 Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is hot, feeling like 34°C due to high humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (342 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
24° 33°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

342 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

February

February is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (331 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
24° 33°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

331 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

March

March is hot, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (268 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
24° 33°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

268 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

April

April is hot, feeling like 30°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).

81 Excellent

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
22° 34°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.7h daylight

May

May is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
18° 33°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
16° 31°
53%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.2h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
15° 31°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.2h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
16° 32°
52%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.5h daylight

September

September is warm, feeling like 28°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
20° 34°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

October

October is hot, feeling like 31°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
23° 35°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.8
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

November

November is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm).

76 Very Good

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
24° 36°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

94 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.9
UV Index
Extreme
12.7h daylight

December

December is hot, feeling like 34°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (166 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
25° 35°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

166 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

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