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Queenstown Weather in September
During September, Queenstown experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 13°C (55°F) and cooler nights around 5°C (41°F). September sits within the rainy season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.
Rainfall in Queenstown in September
Queenstown is in the rainy season in September, with rain on around 15 days and an average of 243 mm (9.6 in). Showers during the rainy season tend to be heavy and can come down intensely. An umbrella is often not enough, so a poncho or waterproof jacket is a better choice.
Temperature in Queenstown in September
Daytime temperatures in Queenstown reach 13°C (55°F) in September, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With overnight lows of 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January and February typically offer the best weather for Queenstown.
Queenstown Temperature in September
Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
243 mm (9.6 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
71%
Queenstown Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
48-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Queenstown typically stay consistent throughout September, with daily highs averaging around 13°C (55°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 6°C (43°F).
Average temperatures in September
Daily Historical Precipitation
48-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in September
Historical weather records for Queenstown in September
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 September
Based on 37 years of weather observations (1988-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Queenstown.
- Queenstown recorded its highest September temperature of 25°C (77°F) on September 30, 2001.
- The lowest daytime temperature in September was 5°C (41°F), recorded on September 15, 1998.
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in September was -5°C (23°F) (September 12, 2013).
Best Places in Tasmania in September
Find out more about the weather in Tasmania and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Tasmania in September →
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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 September
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in September, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions.
What To Do in Queenstown in September
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 -
Outdoor sports5/10
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