Lochern National Park

Park Remote outback park conserving wetlands and waterbirds

Outback country in western Queensland, Lochern National Park conserves river channels, waterholes and floodplain habitat. The park attracts birdwatchers, anglers and campers exploring remote tracks and seasonal wetlands.

Lochern National Park
Lochern National Park, Queensland, Australia
-24.0735, 143.3073

How to Get to Lochern National Park #

Lochern National Park is reached by unsealed roads from nearby regional towns in western Queensland. A high-clearance 4WD is recommended; check local park advisories and road conditions before travel.

Tips for Visiting Lochern National Park #

  • Remote access requires a 4WD vehicle - check road and weather conditions before setting out.
  • There are no services on-site; carry fuel and supplies for multi-day trips.
  • Follow Queensland Parks & Wildlife guidelines for camping and fire restrictions.

Best Time to Visit Lochern National Park #

The dry winter months (May-September) are best for remote-access visits when roads are passable.

Winter (dry)
May-September · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Cooler nights and dry conditions suitable for exploring remote roads.
Wet season
November-March · 20-35°C (68-95°F)
Higher rainfall and potential road closures; many tracks become impassable.

Weather & Climate near Lochern National Park #

Climate

Lochern National Park's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 7°C to 38°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the hottest month with highs of 38°C and lows of 24°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
31°C
Temperature
24° 38°

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is hot with highs of 37°C and lows of 23°C. The wettest month with 94 mm of rain.

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
23° 37°

Weather

94 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
21° 35°

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
12° 27°

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
23°

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
23°

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is cool with highs of 26°C and lows of 9°C. The driest month with just 9 mm.

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
26°

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 13°C. The driest month with just 9 mm.

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
13° 30°

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
17° 34°

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is hot with highs of 36°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
20° 36°

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is hot with highs of 38°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm).

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
23° 38°

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

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