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Queenstown in July
This is the coldest month in Queenstown: highs average 44°F (7°C) and lows 35°F (2°C), with about 3.8 in (96 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 49/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 44°F (7°C)
- Avg low
- 35°F (2°C)
- Rain
- 3.8 in (96 mm)
- Humidity
- 93%
- Cloud cover
- 63%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 54 min
- Comfort score
- 49/100 · Fair
What July feels like
Cool days top out near 44°F (7°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 35°F (2°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.8 in (96 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Daylight is short, roughly 8 h 54 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are December – March.
- Comfort holds steady from June (50 → 49/100).
- Our South Island Alps & Fiords route recommends Nov – Mar, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Insulated jackethighs only 44°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.8 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Queenstown in July
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Shotover Jet
Jet boat spins through the narrow Shotover River canyons.
Skyline Queenstown
Gondola up Bob's Peak with luge rides and a view over Lake Wakatipu.
Botswana Butchery
Steak and lamb restaurant in a historic cottage on the waterfront.
Gibbston Valley Winery
Central Otago pinot noir winery with tours of New Zealand's largest wine cave.
Queenstown Gardens
Peninsula park with lakeside paths and a frisbee golf course.
Nearby in July
- Milford Sound in July~44 mi · highs 47°F, 6.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Aoraki / Mount Cook in July~114 mi · highs 42°F, 5.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Christchurch in July~222 mi · highs 50°F, 2.9 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~963 m to Queenstown's ~324 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Queenstown in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Queenstown?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 49/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are December – March. Expect highs of 44°F (7°C) and 3.8 in (96 mm) of rain. Our South Island Alps & Fiords route recommends Nov – Mar, so July is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Queenstown in July?
Average highs are 44°F (7°C) and average lows 35°F (2°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Queenstown in July?
Some: about 3.8 in (96 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.4 in (1279 mm).
What should I pack for Queenstown in July?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 44°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.8 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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Planning Queenstown in July?
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