Mount Spurgeon National Park
National Park Queensland park protecting rainforest and mountain ecosystems
Mount Spurgeon National Park in Queensland protects wet‑tropics rainforest and highland terrain; birdwatchers and hikers visit for forest trails and endemic species.
How to Get to Mount Spurgeon National Park #
The park is in north Queensland’s wet tropics region. Access is via regional roads from towns like Daintree or Cooktown depending on exact entry point; consult Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service for current access routes and permits.
Tips for Visiting Mount Spurgeon National Park #
- If visiting for birding, coordinate with local guides familiar with the Wet Tropics' microclimates.
- Expect rainforest conditions: slippery trails, high humidity, and leeches in wet months.
- Plan logistics carefully; the park is remote and road access can be limited in the wet season.
Best Time to Visit Mount Spurgeon National Park #
Mount Spurgeon National Park in Queensland is best visited in the drier months (May-September) for more reliable access and better conditions for hiking and birdwatching.
Weather & Climate near Mount Spurgeon National Park #
Mount Spurgeon National Park's climate is classified as Subtropical Highland (Dry Winter) - Subtropical Highland (Dry Winter) climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 11°C to 27°C. Abundant rainfall (1404 mm/year), wettest in February with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Heavy rain (273 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (401 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Heavy rain (300 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. The driest month with just 11 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).
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December
December is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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