Macalister Range National Park
National Park Tropical national park protecting rainforest and endemic species
Macalister Range National Park protects rainforest on the coastal range west of Cairns in Queensland, part of the region’s Wet Tropics; visitors come for jungle walks and birdwatching.
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How to Get to Macalister Range National Park #
The park is accessed from the Cairns region via the Captain Cook Highway and local roads that climb the coastal range. Some sections require 4WD; check Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service for the best access points and trailhead locations.
Tips for Visiting Macalister Range National Park #
- Wear insect repellent in lowland and rainforest sections.
- Some tracks may be wet and slippery - good hiking footwear recommended.
- Respect signage for sensitive rainforest areas and private land adjoining the park.
Best Time to Visit Macalister Range National Park #
Best during the dry season (May-October) for trail access and safer walking conditions; wet season brings heavy rain and potential track closures.
Weather & Climate near Macalister Range National Park #
Macalister Range National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 16°C to 29°C. Heavy rainfall (2089 mm/year), wettest in February with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (333 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (431 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (335 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (295 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (168 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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July
July is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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August
August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and breezy conditions.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 28 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).
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December
December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (166 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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