Southwood National Park

Park Protected park preserving eucalypt woodlands and wildlife habitat

A small Queensland reserve of eucalypt woodland and grassland with short walking tracks and birdwatching opportunities. Day visitors use picnic clearings and rural access roads for brief nature outings.

Southwood National Park
Southwood National Park, Queensland, Australia
-27.8333, 150.1000

How to Get to Southwood National Park #

Southwood National Park is accessible by road from nearby regional centers-consult Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service maps for the best vehicle approach and any access advisories. Expect a rural drive and limited on-site facilities.

Tips for Visiting Southwood National Park #

  • Check local park alerts for recent burn-management or road closures before traveling.
  • Many tracks are lightly used-download offline maps and bring a GPS track for guidance.
  • Combine a visit with nearby reserves to make a full-day drive worthwhile; the park is best enjoyed with a plan to explore multiple trails.

Best Time to Visit Southwood National Park #

Southwood National Park is best in the cooler, drier months; summer brings heat and the possibility of storms.

Winter
June-August · 10-22°C
Cool, dry weather-comfortable for walking and camping.
Spring
September-November · 15-25°C
Wildflowers and active wildlife; pleasant daytime temperatures.

Weather & Climate near Southwood National Park #

Climate

Southwood National Park's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 5°C to 32°C. Moderate rainfall (576 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with 84 mm of rain.

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
20° 32°

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 31°

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
17° 30°

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 26°

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 22°

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. The driest month with just 28 mm.

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
23°

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 26°

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
16° 29°

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 31°

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

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