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Weather in Queenstown for May 2025

Your guide to Queenstown weather in May - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

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

  • Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Queenstown 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 in May brings notable rainfall, with an average of 20 rainy days and a total precipitation of 160.2 mm.

  • More

  • Is May a good time to visit Queenstown? check out the best time to travel to Queenstown page.

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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 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 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 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 forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Queenstown in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Queenstown 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 during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 160.2 mm is expected in Queenstown during May, occurring over more than 20 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Queenstown in May 2025?
Queenstown experiences an average snowfall of 2.415 cm during May, occurring over 3 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Queenstown during May?
The average wind speed in Queenstown during May is 9 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

What to pack to Queenstown in May?

As you prepare for your trip to Queenstown 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, 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

Queenstown snow forecast May 2025

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May rainfall patterns in Queenstown

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