New ZealandAverage weather for Queenstown in August
It's cool in August in Queenstown with an average temperature of 11°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 7°C to a high of 14°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -2°C and 2°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Queenstown with cold temps, averaging around 10°C during the day and nights around 0°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 10°C, with nights around 0°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Queenstown is around 13°C, while nighttime temps are about 1°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In August, there is an average of 53 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. Of the total precipitation, about 6,4 cm falls as snow in August. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Queenstown in August |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
11°C | 30°C | |
 Max. temperature |
14°C | 31°C | |
| Min. temperature |
7°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
53 mm | 79 mm | |
| Rainy days |
11 days | 13 days | |
 Total snowfall |
6,4 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy days |
3 days | 0 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Temperature records
With 20°C in 2022, Queenstown reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 2°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -12°C to a highest value of 9°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Queenstown
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Queenstown, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Queenstown
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Queenstown, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 11 days of precipitation in Queenstown.
Daily Snowfall in August in Queenstown
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in August in Queenstown, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in August.
Daily UV index in August in Queenstown
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Queenstown, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Queenstown over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Queenstown, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Queenstown over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Queenstown, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in August in Queenstown per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in August in Queenstown, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in August for Queenstown
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Average weather in Queenstown by month
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