Verdict: Good month
Queenstown Weather in December
December hits the sweet spot in Queenstown — highs around 20°C (68°F), ideal for a full day on foot. It's also the wet side of the calendar: rain falls on about 16 days, so build flexibility into plans. Overall, December is a solid month to visit Queenstown.
Average high
20°C / 68°F
Average low
11°C / 52°F
Rain days
~16
Precipitation
114 mm
What to pack for Queenstown in December
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 16 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
December against the rest of the year
Warmest in Queenstown: Jan (21°C / 70°F) · Coolest: Jul (7°C / 45°F) · Wettest: Dec (~16 rain days)
21°
12°
Jan
21°
12°
Feb
18°
10°
Mar
15°
8°
Apr
12°
6°
May
8°
3°
Jun
7°
2°
Jul
9°
2°
Aug
11°
3°
Sep
14°
5°
Oct
17°
8°
Nov
20°
11°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)