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Weather in Queenstown-Lakes District for May 2025

Your guide to Queenstown-Lakes District weather in May - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

  • With an average of 3 snowy days, Queenstown-Lakes District usually enjoys a light touch of snow in May.

    • Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Queenstown-Lakes District at the beginning of May is 13.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of 8.3 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Queenstown-Lakes District in May brings notable rainfall, with an average of 20 rainy days and a total precipitation of 160.2 mm.

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Average dry days
8
Dry days
Average rainy days
20
Rainy days
Average snowy days
3
Snow days
Average temperatures
9°/2°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
9 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
83 %
Avg humidity

Queenstown-Lakes District in May average weather

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April
June
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Cloudy
12°
2
Partly cloudy
13°
3
Overcast
14°
4
Sunny
14°
5
Overcast
13°
6
Sunny
12°
7
Overcast
14°
8
Moderate or heavy rain shower
13°
9
Moderate or heavy rain shower
13°
10
Partly cloudy
10°
11
Sunny
10°
12
Partly cloudy
8°
13
Cloudy
10°
14
Moderate or heavy rain shower
10°
15
Heavy rain at times
10°
16
Moderate or heavy rain shower
10°
17
Moderate or heavy rain shower
9°
18
Patchy moderate snow
6°
19
Patchy rain possible
6°
20
Patchy rain possible
5°
21
Moderate or heavy rain shower
7°
22
Patchy rain possible
8°
23
Sunny
9°
24
Sunny
7°
25
Patchy rain possible
9°
26
Overcast
8°
27
Overcast
8°
28
Moderate or heavy rain shower
8°
29
Heavy rain at times
7°
30
Patchy rain possible
8°
31
Moderate rain at times
10°
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May weather day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
1 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 12° /3° 5.3 mm 0 cm
2 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 13° /4° 1.6 mm 0 cm
3 May Overcast
Overcast
 14° /4° 10.1 mm 0 cm
4 May Sunny
Sunny
 14° /4° 3.1 mm 0 cm
5 May Overcast
Overcast
 13° /4° 6.9 mm 0 cm
6 May Sunny
Sunny
 12° /3° 0.6 mm 0 cm
7 May Overcast
Overcast
 14° /3° 0.7 mm 0 cm
8 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 13° /4° 17.6 mm 0.1 cm
9 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 13° /5° 14.4 mm 0 cm
10 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 10° /2° 2.4 mm 0.1 cm
11 May Sunny
Sunny
 10° /0° 6.9 mm 0 cm
12 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 8° /-1° 0.4 mm 0 cm
13 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 10° /0° 0 mm 0 cm
14 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 10° /1° 5.7 mm 0 cm
15 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 10° /2° 2.3 mm 0 cm
16 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 10° /2° 4.2 mm 0 cm
17 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 9° /1° 9.4 mm 0 cm
18 May Patchy moderate snow
Patchy moderate snow
 6° /0° 16.4 mm 2 cm
19 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 6° /-1° 8.8 mm 0.1 cm
20 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 5° /0° 1.2 mm 0 cm
21 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 7° /1° 3.9 mm 0 cm
22 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 8° /0° 0.4 mm 0 cm
23 May Sunny
Sunny
 9° /0° 0.1 mm 0 cm
24 May Sunny
Sunny
 7° /-1° 0.3 mm 0 cm
25 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 9° /0° 0.2 mm 0 cm
26 May Overcast
Overcast
 8° /1° 12.3 mm 0 cm
27 May Overcast
Overcast
 8° /-1° 2 mm 0 cm
28 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 8° /1° 3.8 mm 0 cm
29 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 7° /1° 7.5 mm 0.1 cm
30 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 8° /0° 7.5 mm 0 cm
31 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 10° /3° 4.3 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 9° and colder nights, dipping below 2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Queenstown-Lakes District during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 160.2 mm is expected in Queenstown-Lakes District during May, occurring over more than 20 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Queenstown-Lakes District in May 2025?
Queenstown-Lakes District experiences an average snowfall of 2.415 cm during May, occurring over 3 days.
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
  • Footwear
    • Waterproof Shoes
  • 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

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