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Queenstown in November
Queenstown warms up: highs climb to 62°F (16°C), from 56°F in October, with lows of 44°F (7°C) and about 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain.
It scores 73/100 for comfort, 5th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 62°F (16°C)
- Avg low
- 44°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 4.3 in (109 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 72%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 43 min
- Comfort score
- 73/100 · Good
What November feels like
Highs near 62°F (16°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Lows average 44°F (7°C).
Some rain is likely, about 4.3 in (109 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around November
November is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (December – March).
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (November – January), which brings about 13.8 in (350 mm) in total.
- Comfort improves from 64/100 in October to 73/100.
- November sits inside the Nov – Mar window our South Island Alps & Fiords route recommends.
What to pack for November
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 44°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.3 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Queenstown in November
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Skyline Queenstown
Gondola up Bob's Peak with luge rides and a view over Lake Wakatipu.
Why now November scores 73/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Shotover Jet
Jet boat spins through the narrow Shotover River canyons.
Why now Highs near 62°F and 4.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Gibbston Valley Winery
Central Otago pinot noir winery with tours of New Zealand's largest wine cave.
Fergburger
Queenstown's famous burger joint, open late.
Queenstown Gardens
Peninsula park with lakeside paths and a frisbee golf course.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in November
- Milford Sound in November~44 mi · highs 58°F, 7.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Aoraki / Mount Cook in November~114 mi · highs 52°F, 6.8 in rain · 5°C (10°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Christchurch in November~222 mi · highs 67°F, 2.7 in rain · 3°C (5°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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Queenstown?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 73/100 against a best of 82 in December – March. Expect highs of 62°F (16°C) and 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain. November is inside the Nov – Mar window our South Island Alps & Fiords route recommends.
How cold is Queenstown in November?
Average highs are 62°F (16°C) and average lows 44°F (7°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Queenstown in November?
Some: about 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.4 in (1279 mm).
What should I pack for Queenstown in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 44°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.3 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Queenstown
Routes in season in November
- South Island Alps & Fiords Nov – Mar
Planning Queenstown in November?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.