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Queenstown Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation, transitioning from pleasant conditions to cold. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Queenstown, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in February, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 11°C during cooler months like August.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 5°C during these months.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Queenstown is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2212 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, August receives heavy rainfall, averaging 262 mm of precipitation, recorded across 15 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, February brings less rainfall, with 112 mm over 12 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Queenstown Precipitation page.

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

Forecast for Queenstown

Tue   Jan 21
25°C | 11°C
W 4 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Wed   Jan 22
17°C | 7°C
SW 5 m/s
2.8 mm
partly cloudy and rain

partly cloudy and rain

Thu   Jan 23
13°C | 5°C
S 2 m/s
1.4 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Queenstown in Tasmania

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Queenstown?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Queenstown?
    The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 11°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Queenstown?
    August tops the wettest month list with 262 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Queenstown?
    February is the driest month with 112 mm of precipitation.

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