Queenstown
May
Weather in Queenstown for May 2025
Your guide to Queenstown weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Queenstown 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 sees moderate rainfall in May, averaging 8 rainy days.
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23
Dry days
8
Rainy days
0
Snow days
11°/-2°
Temperatures
9 km/h
Avg max wind
85 %
Avg humidity
Queenstown in May average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  11° | 2  12° | 3 13° | 4  14° | |||
| 5 12° | 6 9° | 7 13° | 8 11° | 9 11° | 10 8° | 11  6° |
| 12 7° | 13 10° | 14 9° | 15  10° | 16 10° | 17 8° | 18 6° |
| 19 4° | 20 6° | 21 8° | 22 9° | 23 10° | 24 6° | 25 9° |
| 26 8° | 27 8° | 28 9° | 29  8° | 30 9° | 31 10° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Queenstown
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May | Sunny | 11° /2° | 4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 12° /4° | 3.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 13° /5° | 20.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /4° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 12° /3° | 13.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 May | Patchy rain possible | 9° /3° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /1° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 11° /2° | 25.7 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 9 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 11° /2° | 13.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 8° /-1° | 4.7 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 11 May | Overcast | 6° /-2° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 May | Overcast | 7° /-2° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 May | Overcast | 10° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /1° | 4.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 May | Cloudy | 10° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 May | Overcast | 10° /0° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 8° /-1° | 11.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 6° /-1° | 28.6 mm | 3.4 cm | |
| 19 May | Patchy rain possible | 4° /-3° | 0.5 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 20 May | Patchy rain possible | 6° /0° | 2.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 May | Patchy rain possible | 8° /3° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 May | Patchy rain possible | 9° /1° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 May | Overcast | 10° /1° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 May | Overcast | 6° /-1° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 May | Overcast | 9° /0° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 8° /3° | 24.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 May | Overcast | 8° /1° | 4.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 May | Moderate rain at times | 9° /1° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 May | Heavy rain at times | 8° /2° | 9.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /-2° | 9.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 May | Moderate rain at times | 10° /1° | 3.6 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 11° and colder nights, dipping below -2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Queenstown during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 384.2 mm is expected in Queenstown during May, occurring over more than 8 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Is snowfall common in Queenstown during May?
Queenstown 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 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
- 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
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