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Otago Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Otago, New Zealand in November.

Thinking about venturing to Otago, New Zealand this November and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Otago in November

Otago, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. November in Otago generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Glenorchy at 11°C (52°F) and mild in Waitati at 17°C (63°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Waitati and 2°C (36°F) in Glenorchy.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Otago, New Zealand, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Oamaru with an average of 76 mm (3 in) to heavy rainfall in Makarora with 230 mm (9.1 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in November. Queenstown typically receives 216 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Otago by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Otago — and find the best time to visit. (based on Queenstown)

Best Places to Visit in Otago in November

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Otago.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Otago

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in Otago, New Zealand?

Temperature range in Otago (November)

Precipitation variation in Otago (November)

Queenstown

In November Queenstown generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
216 hours
223 hours
Monthly rainfall
152 mm (6 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Wanaka

In November Wanaka generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
202 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Oamaru

In November Oamaru generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
76 mm (3 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Cromwell

In November Cromwell generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
202 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Alexandra

In November Alexandra generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
216 hours
223 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Otago, in New Zealand.

Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Otago in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Queenstown 13°C (55°F) 3°C (37°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)
Wanaka 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Oamaru 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Cromwell 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Alexandra 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Clyde 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)

Otago weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Otago, New Zealand in November?

In November, Otago, New Zealand generally has poor weather conditions. Queenstown sees daytime temperatures near 13°C (55°F), with nights cooling to roughly 3°C (37°F).

What is the average temperature in Otago, New Zealand in November?

Queenstown averages a daytime maximum of 13°C (55°F) in November, with overnight lows close to 3°C (37°F).

Does Otago, New Zealand get a lot of rain in November?

Otago, New Zealand sees substantial rainfall in November. Queenstown typically averages about 141 mm (5.6 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Otago, New Zealand?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Queenstown, November may not be the ideal time to visit Otago, New Zealand.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March and December offering mostly unpleasant weather in Queenstown.

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