Sir James Mitchell National Park
Park Western Australian park protecting coastal heath and woodlands
How to Get to Sir James Mitchell National Park #
From Perth drive south on State Route 2 (South Western Highway) toward Harvey. Turn off toward the Harvey River/Benger Road access points; follow local signage for Sir James Mitchell National Park. Nearest major town: Harvey (roughly 15-25 km depending on entry point). Access is by car; expect short unsealed roads near some entrances.
Tips for Visiting Sir James Mitchell National Park #
- Enter from the South West Highway/Benger Road turnoff to avoid the narrow, sign-poor backroads used by logging trucks.
- Bring binoculars for birdlife along the Harvey River - black swans and azure kingfishers are common at dawn.
- Watch the riverbank stones for scuff marks and mollusc shells; the river's edge changes after seasonal floods.
Best Time to Visit Sir James Mitchell National Park #
Best visited in cooler months when river levels and wildlife activity are noticeable; summers can be hot and dry.
Weather & Climate near Sir James Mitchell National Park #
Sir James Mitchell National Park's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with mild summers (peaking in February) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 7°C to 25°C. Abundant rainfall (1084 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. The driest month with just 19 mm.
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February
February is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (181 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (197 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).
