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Weather in Queenstown for December 2024

Your guide to Queenstown weather in December - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • Until now, December 2024 in Queenstown has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 17.5 °C (showing only a slight deviation of -0.3 °C).

  • The forecast for the next days in Queenstown predicts temperatures to be around 20 °C, close to the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Queenstown at the beginning of December is 17.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 19.3 °C by the end of December.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Queenstown experiences heavy rainfall in December, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 116.1 mm.

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Average dry days
4
Dry days
Average rainy days
27
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
18°/7°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
12 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
71 %
Avg humidity

Queenstown in December average weather

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November
January
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Sunny
20°
2
Overcast
17°
3
Moderate or heavy rain shower
17°
4
Moderate or heavy rain shower
18°
5
Patchy rain possible
18°
6
Patchy rain possible
16°
7
Patchy rain possible
18°
8
Partly cloudy
17°
9
Moderate rain at times
15°
10
Patchy rain possible
16°
11
Heavy rain at times
15°
12
Patchy rain possible
16°
13
Patchy rain possible
19°
14
Patchy rain possible
21°
15
Heavy rain at times
20°
16
Partly cloudy
18°
17
Patchy rain possible
19°
18
Partly cloudy
19°
19
Partly cloudy
19°
20
Patchy rain possible
18°
21
Moderate or heavy rain shower
18°
22
Patchy rain possible
19°
23
Patchy rain possible
18°
24
Patchy rain possible
24°
25
Moderate rain
23°
26
Patchy rain possible
19°
27
Sunny
21°
28
Sunny
28°
29
Patchy rain possible
21°
30
Patchy rain possible
11°
31
Patchy rain possible
12°
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Temperatures trend during December in Queenstown

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December weather day by day

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November January
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 Dec. Sunny
Sunny
 20° /5° 0.6 mm 7
2 Dec. Overcast
Overcast
 17° /7° 2 mm 6
3 Dec. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 17° /7° 7 mm 6
4 Dec. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 18° /6° 4.4 mm 7
5 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /5° 4.5 mm 7
6 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /6° 1.9 mm 6
7 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /5° 0.2 mm 7
8 Dec. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 17° /6° 5.5 mm 6
9 Dec. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 15° /5° 7.3 mm 6
10 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /6° 1.9 mm 6
11 Dec. Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 15° /4° 4.3 mm 6
12 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /4° 1.1 mm 6
13 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /6° 2.6 mm 7
14 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 21° /7° 1.6 mm 7
15 Dec. Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 20° /7° 2.5 mm 7
16 Dec. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 18° /7° 5.2 mm 7
17 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /7° 5.7 mm 7
18 Dec. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 19° /8° 1.4 mm 7
19 Dec. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 19° /7° 3.7 mm 7
20 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /8° 7.3 mm 6
21 Dec. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 18° /8° 6.9 mm 6
22 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /10° 1.1 mm 2.2
23 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /10° 1.1 mm 0.9
24 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 24° /7° 0.8 mm 2.9
25 Dec. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 23° /9° 8 mm 0.6
26 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /11° 0.4 mm 0
27 Dec. Sunny
Sunny
 21° /10° 0.1 mm 7
28 Dec. Sunny
Sunny
 28° /10° 0 mm 8
29 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 21° /11° 1.6 mm 7
30 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 11° /7° 3.5 mm 5
31 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 12° /8° 0.3 mm 6
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Queenstown in December 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 forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Queenstown in December - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Queenstown during December?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 18° and cooler nights around 7°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Queenstown during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 116.1 mm is expected in Queenstown during December, occurring over more than 27 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Queenstown during December?
The average wind speed in Queenstown during December is 12 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

What to pack to Queenstown in December?

As you prepare for your trip to Queenstown in December, 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, during December, 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

December rainfall patterns in Queenstown

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Queenstowns December weather 💧

UV exposure in Queenstown during December

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