Weston Park, Canberra Park
Riverside park near central Canberra
A riverside reserve on the Molonglo with picnic lawns, playgrounds and walking trails; popular with families, cyclists and kayakers accessing nearby boat ramps and wetlands.
Weston Park, Canberra at a Glance#
Address: Weston Park, Yarralumla / Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Website: https://www.cityofcanberraact.gov.au/
Hours: Open daily sunrise-sunset
Admission: Free (public park)
How to Get to Weston Park, Canberra#
Weston Park is a short drive or cycle from Canberra’s city centre. From the Parliamentary Triangle, head toward Yarralumla and follow local signage to Weston Park; limited on-site parking is available, and several bus routes stop within a 10-15 minute walk.
Tips for Visiting Weston Park, Canberra#
- Use the lakeside pathways for the best views of Parliament House and Black Mountain in the distance
- Arrive for early-morning light if photographing the formal plantings and the small memorials around the park
- If visiting during Floriade or other central events, check the City of Canberra events calendar for closures
Best Time to Visit Weston Park, Canberra#
Spring and autumn for best temperatures and fewer crowds; central events can make the park busier at other times.
Weather & Climate near Weston Park, Canberra#
Weston Park, Canberra's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 1°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (711 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 14° - 27° | 20° | 74 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 14° - 27° | 20° | 55 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 11° - 24° | 18° | 56 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 8° - 20° | 14° | 55 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 5° - 16° | 10° | 51 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 2° - 13° | 5° | 43 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 1° - 11° | 4° | 55 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 2° - 13° | 5° | 56 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 4° - 16° | 10° | 67 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 7° - 19° | 13° | 71 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 9° - 22° | 16° | 75 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 12° - 26° | 19° | 53 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
