Weather in Queenstown in October
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Climate Overview
October is a wet time to visit Queenstown. Queenstown has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 15°C, lows of 7°C, and approximately 14 rainy days per month.
15°C
7°C
14days
13.3h
Is October a good time to visit Queenstown?
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Daylight
6:54 AM
8:10 PM
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 October
Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
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Common Questions
Is October a good time to visit Queenstown? +
October is typically Wet for visiting Queenstown, with average highs of 15°C and around 14 rainy days.
What should I pack for Queenstown in October? +
With highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
Does it rain a lot in Queenstown in October? +
Queenstown typically sees around 14 rainy days in October.
How many hours of daylight are there in Queenstown in October? +
In October, Queenstown gets approximately 13.3 hours of daylight per day.
Is October peak season in Queenstown? +
No, October is not peak season in Queenstown. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.
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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