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Queenstown Weather in May
Thinking of visiting Queenstown in May? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 13°C (55°F) during the day, dropping to 7°C (45°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.
Rainfall in Queenstown in May
As part of the rainy season, Queenstown sees around 15 days of rain in May, with an average of 208 mm (8.2 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.
Temperature in Queenstown in May
Expect highs of 13°C (55°F) in Queenstown in May, with nights dropping to around 7°C (45°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. With lows around 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Queenstown. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Queenstown Temperature in May
Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Chance of Rain
49%
Precipitation
208 mm (8.2 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
76%
Queenstown Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Queenstown typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 13°C (55°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 7°C (45°F).
Average temperatures in May
Daily Historical Precipitation
49-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in May
Historical weather records for Queenstown in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for Queenstown spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Queenstown historical weather extremes in May
Based on weather observations in Queenstown between 1989 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during May.
- The warmest day in May was on May 7, 1989, with a maximum of 22°C (72°F).
- Queenstown experienced its chilliest May day on May 11, 1997, reaching only 0°C (32°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to -2°C (28°F) on May 9, 1997, marking the coldest May night on record.
Best Places in Tasmania in May
Find out more about the weather in Tasmania and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Tasmania in May →
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Queenstown in May
The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.
What To Do in Queenstown in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Barbeque4/10 -
Camping3/10
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