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Weather in Queenstown-Lakes District for May 2025

Your guide to Queenstown-Lakes District weather in May - trends and predictions
  • In general, the average temperature in Queenstown-Lakes District at the beginning of May is 12 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of 8.7 °C by the end of May.

  • Queenstown-Lakes District sees moderate rainfall in May, averaging 8 rainy days.

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Average dry days
23
Dry days
Average rainy days
8
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
11°/-2°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
9 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
85 %
Avg humidity

Queenstown-Lakes District in May average weather

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May weather day by day

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Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
1 May Sunny
Sunny
11° /2° 4 mm 0 cm
2 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
12° /4° 3.1 mm 0 cm
3 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
13° /5° 20.1 mm 0 cm
4 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
14° /4° 0.5 mm 0 cm
5 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
12° /3° 13.6 mm 0 cm
6 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
9° /3° 1.1 mm 0 cm
7 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
13° /1° 0.8 mm 0 cm
8 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
11° /2° 25.7 mm 0.1 cm
9 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
11° /2° 13.4 mm 0 cm
10 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
8° /-1° 4.7 mm 0.2 cm
11 May Overcast
Overcast
6° /-2° 2 mm 0 cm
12 May Overcast
Overcast
7° /-2° 0.1 mm 0 cm
13 May Overcast
Overcast
10° /-1° 0 mm 0 cm
14 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
9° /1° 4.1 mm 0 cm
15 May Cloudy
Cloudy
10° /0° 0 mm 0 cm
16 May Overcast
Overcast
10° /0° 0.7 mm 0 cm
17 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
8° /-1° 11.5 mm 0 cm
18 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
6° /-1° 28.6 mm 3.4 cm
19 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
4° /-3° 0.5 mm 0.2 cm
20 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
6° /0° 2.4 mm 0 cm
21 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
8° /3° 0.9 mm 0 cm
22 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
9° /1° 0.5 mm 0 cm
23 May Overcast
Overcast
10° /1° 0.2 mm 0 cm
24 May Overcast
Overcast
6° /-1° 0.3 mm 0 cm
25 May Overcast
Overcast
9° /0° 0.2 mm 0 cm
26 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
8° /3° 24.6 mm 0 cm
27 May Overcast
Overcast
8° /1° 4.1 mm 0 cm
28 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
9° /1° 1.4 mm 0 cm
29 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
8° /2° 9.7 mm 0 cm
30 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
9° /-2° 9.7 mm 0 cm
31 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
10° /1° 3.6 mm 0 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Queenstown-Lakes District in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Queenstown-Lakes District forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Queenstown-Lakes District in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Queenstown-Lakes District during May?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 11° and colder nights, dipping below -2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Queenstown-Lakes District during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 384.2 mm is expected in Queenstown-Lakes District during May, occurring over more than 8 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Is snowfall common in Queenstown-Lakes District during May?
Queenstown-Lakes District experiences an average snowfall of 8 cm during May, occurring over 0 days, which may interest winter sports enthusiasts.
What are the typical wind conditions in Queenstown-Lakes District during May?
The average wind speed in Queenstown-Lakes District during May is 9 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

What to pack to Queenstown-Lakes District in May?

As you prepare for your trip to Queenstown-Lakes District in May, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Queenstown-Lakes District, during May, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.

  • Clothing
    • Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
    • Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
    • Thermal Wear: Base layers for cold destinations
    • All-Weather Jacket: Waterproof and breathable
  • Footwear
    • Waterproof Shoes
    • Insulated Boots: For snowy and extremely cold temperatures
  • Accessories
    • Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
    • Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
    • Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
    • Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days

May rainfall patterns in Queenstown-Lakes District

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