Queenstown weather in August (Otago, New Zealand)
Can you expect sunny skies in Queenstown in August? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
Typically, August in Queenstown includes low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. August is a notable month of the winter season. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 4°C. At night, they will likely drop to about -2°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.
Precipitation
Queenstown in August usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 111 mm for the month. On average, there are about 10 days with snow/rain during this month.Average sunshine
The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 120 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.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
Where to go in New Zealand in August
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in this month?
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.
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