Queenstown in Autumn — Weather & What to Expect
Autumn in Queenstown (March, April, May) averages daytime highs of 15.4°C and lows of 8.2°C, with around 297.5mm of rain across the season (35 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (March, April, May).
In the southern hemisphere, autumn in Queenstown covers March, April, May.
Autumn in Queenstown month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March | 18.6°C | 10.5°C | 85.5mm | 9 | 10/10 |
| April | 15.3°C | 7.9°C | 94.5mm | 13 | 10/10 |
| May | 12.2°C | 6.2°C | 117.5mm | 13 | 9/10 |
What to pack for Queenstown in autumn
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Light waterproof layer
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
Frequently Asked Questions
Is autumn a good time to visit Queenstown?
Autumn in Queenstown rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 15.4°C with 297.5mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Queenstown in autumn?
Daytime highs average 15.4°C (59.7°F) across March, April, May, with nights around 8.2°C.
What months are autumn in Queenstown?
Queenstown is in the southern hemisphere, so autumn covers March, April, May.
See also: best time to visit Queenstown · Queenstown annual climate · Queenstown in spring · Queenstown in summer · Queenstown in winter
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Autumn in Queenstown — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.