Queenstown weather in August (Otago, New Zealand)
What can you expect from the weather in Queenstown during August? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In August, Queenstown generally has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. August falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 4°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -2°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.
Queenstown in August usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 111 mm for the month. Typically around 10 days of snow/rainfall is expected.
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 120 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Queenstown. January, February, March and December typically offer 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 August
Min Temperature
-2°C
Max Temperature
4°C
Chance of Rain
32%
Precipitation
111 mm
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
81%
Sunshine
120 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in New Zealand in August
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Queenstown in August?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.
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