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Weather in Queenstown-Lakes District for January 2026

Your guide to Queenstown-Lakes District weather in January - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Queenstown-Lakes District at the beginning of January is 19.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 20.6 °C by the end of January.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • The climate of Queenstown-Lakes District in January is notably wet, with an average of 12 rainy days, and a total of 534.4 mm of precipitation.

Average dry days
19
Dry days
Average rainy days
12
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
24°/3°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
11 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
69 %
Avg humidity

Queenstown-Lakes District Weather January

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December
February
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Cloudy
20°
2
Patchy rain possible
21°
3
Patchy rain possible
19°
4
Overcast
19°
5
Moderate or heavy rain shower
17°
6
Sunny
20°
7
Moderate or heavy rain shower
22°
8
Sunny
21°
9
Patchy rain possible
21°
10
Patchy rain possible
20°
11
Patchy rain possible
19°
12
Sunny
21°
13
Partly cloudy
23°
14
Partly cloudy
23°
15
Cloudy
23°
16
Sunny
24°
17
Moderate or heavy rain shower
21°
18
Patchy rain possible
20°
19
Moderate or heavy rain shower
17°
20
Moderate or heavy rain shower
17°
21
Patchy rain possible
19°
22
Sunny
21°
23
Moderate or heavy rain shower
18°
24
Patchy rain possible
18°
25
Overcast
21°
26
Partly cloudy
20°
27
Moderate or heavy rain shower
18°
28
Sunny
18°
29
Cloudy
21°
30
Patchy rain possible
23°
31
Patchy rain possible
23°

Temperatures trend during January in Queenstown-Lakes District

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January weather in Queenstown-Lakes District day by day

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December February
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
 20° /7° 6.4 mm 6
2 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 21° /8° 11.9 mm 7
3 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /8° 2 mm 6
4 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 19° /8° 0.5 mm 6
5 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 17° /7° 5.4 mm 6
6 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 20° /7° 2.2 mm 8
7 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 22° /8° 5 mm 8
8 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 21° /7° 0.6 mm 7
9 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 21° /9° 0.7 mm 8
10 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 20° /9° 1.4 mm 7
11 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /9° 1.7 mm 7
12 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 21° /7° 0 mm 8
13 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 23° /7° 0.3 mm 8
14 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 23° /8° 3.6 mm 8
15 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
 23° /9° 0.3 mm 8
16 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 24° /8° 0 mm 8
17 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 21° /9° 4.8 mm 7
18 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 20° /9° 2.9 mm 7
19 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 17° /7° 22.6 mm 6
20 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 17° /6° 5 mm 6
21 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /6° 1.7 mm 7
22 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 21° /8° 0.5 mm 8
23 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 18° /6° 8.1 mm 7
24 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /4° 0.1 mm 7
25 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 21° /7° 0.1 mm 7
26 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 20° /7° 5.5 mm 8
27 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 18° /6° 7.9 mm 7
28 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 18° /5° 1.5 mm 7
29 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
 21° /6° 3.5 mm 8
30 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /8° 0.2 mm 8
31 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /8° 0.6 mm 8
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Queenstown-Lakes District in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Queenstown-Lakes District forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Queenstown-Lakes District in January - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Queenstown-Lakes District during January?
During January, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 24° and lows near 3°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Queenstown-Lakes District during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 534.4 mm is expected in Queenstown-Lakes District during January, occurring over more than 12 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Queenstown-Lakes District during January?
The average wind speed in Queenstown-Lakes District during January is 11 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

January rainfall patterns in Queenstown-Lakes District

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UV exposure in Queenstown-Lakes District during January

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