New ZealandAverage weather for Queenstown in October
It's cool to moderate in October in Queenstown with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 17°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 1°C and 5°C.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Queenstown with cool temps, averaging around 16°C during the day and nights around 3°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps stay steady at around 16°C, with nights around 4°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Queenstown is around 17°C, while nighttime temps are about 4°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In October, there is an average of 69 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. Of the total precipitation, about 8,6 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Queenstown in October |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
16°C | 21°C | |
 Max. temperature |
17°C | 26°C | |
| Min. temperature |
14°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
69 mm | 119 mm | |
| Rainy days |
12 days | 13 days | |
 Total snowfall |
8,6 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy days |
4 days | 0 days | |
September
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Queenstown?
Looking for sun and warm weather? October isn’t a good month to be in Queenstown. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Temperature records
With 24°C in 2020, Queenstown reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 5°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -6°C to a highest value of 13°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Queenstown
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October 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 October in Queenstown
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October 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 October, you can expect about 12 days of precipitation in Queenstown.
Daily Snowfall in October in Queenstown
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in October 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 October.
Daily UV index in October in Queenstown
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October 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 October in Queenstown over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Queenstown, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in October in Queenstown over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Queenstown, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in October in Queenstown per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in October in Queenstown, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in October for Queenstown
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Average weather in Queenstown by month
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