Weather in Queenstown in January
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.
Climate Overview
January is an excellent time to visit Queenstown. Queenstown has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 21°C, lows of 13°C, and approximately 10 rainy days per month.
21°C
13°C
10days
15.2h
Is January a good time to visit Queenstown?
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.
Daylight
6:18 AM
9:32 PM
Live January Forecast
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Up to 16 days ahead Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C | 13°C | 10 | Excellent (best) |
| February | 21°C | 13°C | 12 | Excellent (best) |
| March | 17°C | 10°C | 9 | Excellent (best) |
| April | 14°C | 8°C | 14 | Wet |
| May | 12°C | 7°C | 9 | Good |
| June | 8°C | 4°C | 12 | Good |
| July | 7°C | 3°C | 12 | Good |
| August | 11°C | 5°C | 13 | Wet |
| September | 11°C | 4°C | 17 | Wet |
| October | 15°C | 7°C | 14 | Wet |
| November | 18°C | 9°C | 12 | Good |
| December | 18°C | 10°C | 19 | Excellent (best) |
Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025
What to Pack for January
Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
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Common Questions
Is January a good time to visit Queenstown? +
January is typically Excellent for visiting Queenstown, with average highs of 21°C and around 10 rainy days.
What should I pack for Queenstown in January? +
With highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
Does it rain a lot in Queenstown in January? +
Queenstown typically sees around 10 rainy days in January.
How many hours of daylight are there in Queenstown in January? +
In January, Queenstown gets approximately 15.2 hours of daylight per day.
Is January peak season in Queenstown? +
Yes, January is peak season in Queenstown. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.
What is the best month to visit Queenstown? +
The best months to visit Queenstown are December, January, February, March, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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