Queenstown in November
November is right in the heart of spring for Queenstown, and the weather has a definite personality this time of year.
Daytime highs average 18.4 degrees, dropping to 8.4 degrees overnight. That's a 10-degree swing between day and night. Manageable with a decent layer, and you'll warm up by midday.
At 18.4 degrees, November runs 3.0 degrees above Queenstown's annual average of 15.4 degrees.
The rain data says 159mm over 16 days. That's serious rainfall.
Sunshine-wise, November delivers around 20.0 MJ/m2 of daily solar radiation. UV sits in the extreme category. Sunscreen, hat, and sunnies are all essential. You can burn in under 10 minutes.
The Comfort Score is 5.4/10 for November. It's fine, but not the highlight of the calendar.
Packing tip: bring a decent jumper or fleece, a rain jacket or compact umbrella, and serious sun protection.
The full data breakdown is below. You can also see how other Australian cities compare in November.
November at a Glance
Temperature Range
Daily temperature range in November. The bar shows the typical spread between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
What to Pack
- Layered clothing for mild to cool conditions
- A warm jumper or fleece for cool mornings and evenings
- Proper rain gear for frequent showers
- High SPF sunscreen (50+), sunglasses, and UV-protective clothing
Coming From Overseas?
How November in Queenstown stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 7 degrees warmer and considerably wetter.
About 5 degrees warmer and considerably wetter.
About 1 degrees warmer and considerably wetter.
How November Compares
Queenstown's monthly climate at a glance. November is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 20.2 | 11.1 | 201mm | 6.1 |
| Feb | 19.9 | 10.5 | 103mm | 6.3 |
| Mar | 18.9 | 10.4 | 132mm | 5.0 |
| Apr | 14.2 | 8.5 | 205mm | 1.0 |
| May | 13.9 | 6.3 | 132mm | 1.0 |
| Jun | 10.8 | 3.8 | 149mm | 1.0 |
| Jul | 10.7 | 4.1 | 112mm | 1.0 |
| Aug | 12.9 | 7.3 | 397mm | 1.0 |
| Sep | 11.1 | 5.4 | 417mm | 1.0 |
| Oct | 15.5 | 6.8 | 193mm | 2.7 |
| Nov | 18.4 | 8.4 | 159mm | 5.4 |
| Dec | 18.5 | 10.1 | 304mm | 4.7 |