Queenstown in January
7.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C. Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days.
29°CAvg high
15°CAvg low
14Rainy days (100 mm)
13:52 hDaylight
05:26Sunrise · 19:18 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C
- Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in January varies a lot between years (±3.3 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C | 15°C | 100 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.2 |
| February | 28°C | 15°C | 98 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.2 |
| March | 27°C | 13°C | 78 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.5 |
| April | 24°C | 10°C | 47 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| May | 22°C | 7°C | 14 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.6 |
| June | 19°C | 4°C | 12 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.2 |
| July | 19°C | 3°C | 14 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.3 |
| August | 21°C | 5°C | 21 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.4 |
| September | 24°C | 8°C | 32 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.4 |
| October | 25°C | 10°C | 55 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| November | 26°C | 11°C | 72 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.5 |
| December | 28°C | 13°C | 92 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Queenstown in January?
Daytime highs average 29°C and nights about 15°C.
When is the best time to visit Queenstown?
The best months are May, August, September, July.