Maalan National ParkMaalan National Park at a Glance#
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Maalan National Park#
Dry season (May-October) is the most comfortable for visits; check for trail closures after heavy rain.
Dry season
May-October · 18-28°C (64-82°F)
Cooler, clearer conditions-ideal for bushwalking and wildlife spotting.
Wet season
November-April · 22-32°C (72-90°F)
Hotter with heavy showers; access to remote sections can be affected by rain.
Weather & Climate near Maalan National Park#
Climate
Maalan National Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 9°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1932 mm/year), wettest in January.
Air Quality:
AQI 24
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
9°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 17° - 26° | 22° | 320 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 17° - 26° | 21° | 243 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 16° - 25° | 20° | 301 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 15° - 22° | 19° | 276 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 13° - 20° | 16° | 160 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 10° - 19° | 14° | 100 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 9° - 18° | 13° | 95 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 10° - 20° | 15° | 84 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 12° - 22° | 17° | 55 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 13° - 24° | 19° | 32 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 15° - 26° | 21° | 78 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 16° - 26° | 21° | 188 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Maalan National Park#
The park is in northeastern Queensland. Visitors usually drive from nearby towns; the exact access depends on which trailhead is chosen. A four-wheel-drive vehicle may be required for remote access roads-check local park authority information before travel.
Tips for Visiting Maalan National Park#
- Use the boardwalks and marked trails to protect fragile reef and rainforest edges.
- Best wildlife viewing is at first and last light-bring a flashlight for walking back after dusk.
- Check seasonal access-some areas may be closed after storms or for bird-nesting.