Poona National Park

Park Protected Queensland park preserving eucalypt and rainforest habitats

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Poona National Park
Poona National Park, Queensland, Australia (local access via regional roads)
-25.6029, 152.8430
Open daily (daylight hours)
Free (park access); fees may apply for camping and guided services

How to Get to Poona National Park #

Poona National Park is reached by regional roads off the Bruce Highway near Gympie and the Fraser Coast region. Driving directions vary by entrance - consult local council or Queensland Parks and Wildlife for the most current access routes and track conditions.

Tips for Visiting Poona National Park #

  • Check local park alerts for seasonal road conditions - some areas are remote and tracks can close after heavy rain.
  • The park is best explored by 4WD where tracks exist; look for local ranger stations in nearby towns for trail maps.
  • Wildlife - including koalas and diverse birdlife - is a highlight; early morning is the best time for sightings.

Best Time to Visit Poona National Park #

Poona National Park in Queensland is a coastal-to-woodland reserve; seasons matter for access and for wildlife viewing.

Autumn / Winter
March-August · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Drier and cooler - the most pleasant time for walking and wildlife viewing.
Spring
September-November · 18-28°C (64-82°F)
Wildflowers and birds increase activity; ticks and flies begin to appear as temperatures rise.

Weather & Climate near Poona National Park #

Climate

Poona National Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 9°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1181 mm/year), wettest in February.

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

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 30°

Weather

134 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (165 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 30°

Weather

165 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
20° 29°

Weather

139 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 27°

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 24°

Weather

117 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 22°

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 23°

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 28°

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 30°

Weather

117 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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