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Queenstown Climate by Month

The temperature in Queenstown can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from mild to cold. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from moderate to chilly in Queenstown. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 17°C in February. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 3°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -3°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Queenstown has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1540 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Queenstown enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In October, you can expect around 152 mm of precipitation, while in July, Queenstown receives about 107 mm.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Queenstown can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of January under a blue sky, with approximately 7.7 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in June, with only 2.4 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Queenstown in New Zealand

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Queenstown?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 17°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Queenstown?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Queenstown?
    October tops the wettest month list with 152 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Queenstown?
    July is the driest month with 107 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Queenstown?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 230 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Queenstown

    Thu   Nov 21
    11°C | 4°C
    S 22 km/h
    5.7 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    17°C | 2°C
    W 29 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    16°C | 5°C
    S 22 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain