Royal National Park Weather
Microclimates vary across Nasho — cool fern valleys inland, warm coastal grasslands, and exposed windy clifftops. Check conditions for your specific walk or beach.
— checked against NPWS / BeachSafe where applicable.
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Live conditions
Representative forecast near Audley — coastal walks and beaches can differ.
Seasons at a glance
Plan around temperature, crowds and activity windows.
Summer (Dec–Feb)
- Temp: 16–27°C avg; max ~26°C
- Overnight: 16–18°C
- Best for: Swimming, beaches, Audley picnics
- Caution: Extreme heat on clifftops; Bonnie Vale & Wattamolla busiest at Christmas
Winter (Jun–Aug)
- Temp: 6–17°C avg; max ~16°C
- Overnight: 6–8°C
- Best for: Coast Track day hikes, whale watching May–October
- Caution: Warm layers essential for overnight hikes
Spring (Sep–Nov)
- Best for: Wildflowers on coastal heath, medium walks
- Ideal walks: Curra Moors, Uloola Track, Bungoona
Autumn (Mar–May)
- Note: March is often the wettest month
- Humidity: 55–65%, higher in mornings
- Records: High 42°C (1977), low -0.6°C (1968); daily rainfall record 254.5 mm
Plan by activity
- Beaches: Summer for swimming and patrols — check hazard ratings and BeachSafe
- Coast Track: Winter for cooler walking; avoid extreme heat in summer
- Figure 8 Pools: Low tide + calm surf only — check NPWS wave forecast
- Camping: Uloola Falls gets cold overnight in winter — North Era closed to camping 2026
Related guides
Unofficial guide — always verify conditions withNSW National ParksandBeachSafebefore visiting.
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