Queenstown in Summer — Weather & What to Expect
Summer in Queenstown (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 20.7°C and lows of 12.0°C, with around 321.7mm of rain across the season (34 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the southern hemisphere, summer in Queenstown covers December, January, February.
Summer in Queenstown month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 19.5°C | 10.9°C | 114.3mm | 16 | 9/10 |
| January | 21.5°C | 12.5°C | 85.5mm | 9 | 10/10 |
| February | 21.2°C | 12.6°C | 121.9mm | 9 | 9/10 |
What to pack for Queenstown in summer
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is summer a good time to visit Queenstown?
Summer in Queenstown rates around 9/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 20.7°C with 321.7mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Queenstown in summer?
Daytime highs average 20.7°C (69.3°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 12.0°C.
What months are summer in Queenstown?
Queenstown is in the southern hemisphere, so summer covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Queenstown · Queenstown annual climate · Queenstown in spring · Queenstown in autumn · Queenstown in winter
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Summer in Queenstown — what to pack
Travel clothing layers
Pack layers — temperatures can vary significantly between day and night.
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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.