Mount Aberdeen National Park

Park Queensland park of rainforest-clad Mount Aberdeen and ridges

Near Bowen in north Queensland, Mount Aberdeen National Park protects eucalypt forests and rugged ridges with walking tracks and picnic spots for day visitors.

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Mount Aberdeen National Park
Mount Aberdeen National Park, near Bowen, Queensland, Australia
-20.1959, 147.9211
Park generally open daylight hours
Free

How to Get to Mount Aberdeen National Park #

Mount Aberdeen National Park is accessed by local roads from Bowen and the Bruce Highway. The nearest significant town is Bowen; private vehicle is the most practical means of access.

Tips for Visiting Mount Aberdeen National Park #

  • Start the walk early to avoid the heat and to see wildlife such as wallabies on the ridges.
  • The summit track is rocky and exposed; good footwear and sun protection are essential.
  • Check local parks service notices for any seasonal closures or fire restrictions.

Best Time to Visit Mount Aberdeen National Park #

Dry season months are the best for hiking and access; wet season can make tracks slippery and remote sections risky.

Winter (dry season)
May-Aug · 12-25°C
Cooler, drier conditions make summits easier to access.
Spring
Sep-Nov · 15-28°C
Wildflowers on lower slopes; watch for early-season heat on exposed ridgelines.

Weather & Climate near Mount Aberdeen National Park #

Climate

Mount Aberdeen National Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 10°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1020 mm/year), wettest in January with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
10°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (229 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 29°

Weather

229 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (200 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 29°

Weather

200 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 28°

Weather

136 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 26°

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 24°

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 22°

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 21°

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 22°

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. The driest month with just 15 mm.

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 25°

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 27°

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 29°

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (147 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
19° 30°

Weather

147 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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