Queenstown weather in April (Otago, New Zealand)
Curious about the climate in Queenstown this April? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.
Temperatures
The month of April in Queenstown typically includes low temperatures and high rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 12°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 3°C.
Precipitation
Queenstown in April usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 114 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 11 days of rain.Average sunshine
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 145 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Queenstown. January, February, March and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Queenstown climate page with graphs.
Queenstown, monthly averages in April
Min Temperature
3°C
Max Temperature
12°C
Chance of Rain
36%
Precipitation
114 mm
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
78%
Sunshine
145 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in New Zealand in April
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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