Limmen National Park
National Park Northern Territory park protecting wetlands and Aboriginal rock art
Remote park in Australia’s Northern Territory protecting tidal river systems, sandstone country and coastal habitats. Visitors include anglers, birdwatchers and 4WD parties exploring outback river plains and floodplains.
How to Get to Limmen National Park #
The park is accessed via roads from Katherine and the Gulf of Carpentaria region. Many tracks require a 4WD and river crossings; local tour operators and Aboriginal ranger groups can arrange guided access. Check Northern Territory Parks and Wildlife Service for current access information.
Tips for Visiting Limmen National Park #
- Hire an Aboriginal-guided tour to understand the rock art and cultural significance.
- Bring plenty of water and a satellite map-track signage can be sparse in remote stretches.
- Expect red-dirt roads and some river crossings; a high-clearance 4WD is recommended outside the wet season.
Best Time to Visit Limmen National Park #
Dry season (May-October) is the safest and most comfortable time to visit.
Weather & Climate near Limmen National Park #
Limmen National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with very hot summers (peaking in December) and warm winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 14°C to 38°C. Moderate rainfall (831 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is hot, feeling like 37°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (202 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 36°C due to high humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (217 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 34°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (162 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 30°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is hot, feeling like 34°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is the hottest month, feeling like 36°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
