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Queenstown weather in September

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Queenstown September weather at a glance

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In September, Queenstown averages 5.1°C, with typical highs of 8.6°C and lows of 1.6°C. The historical average is 22 wet days and 85% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in September, it is 17.8°C cooler than Seoul, with 9 more wet days.

Queenstown September temperature & humidity

Average5.1°CHigh 8.6° / low 1.6°
Humidity85%
Wet days22 days72% of days
Day–night range7°

Queenstown September rain & wet days

Wet days22 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days72%Not a forecast probability

Pack a light rain jacket, waterproof pouch and quick-dry shoes. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Queenstown in September

A warm jacket or coat over knitwear works well, with an extra layer for mornings and evenings. Rain is frequent at roughly 22 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

  • DaytimeWarm coat and layered tops · average high 8.6°C
  • Morning & eveningInsulating coat, scarf and gloves · average low 1.6°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
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Queenstown September sunrise & sunset times

2026 September · Local time (Pacific/Auckland)

Sunrise on the 15th06:49
Sunset on the 15th18:33
Daylight duration11h 44m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-09-0107:1518:1711h 2m
2026-09-1506:4918:3311h 44m
2026-09-3007:2019:5212h 31m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup

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Best months to visit Queenstown

Bar height shows our simple weather-comfort score, not a safety rating; colour shows temperature.

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September weather by year

September 20245.6°20 wet days, 85% humidity
September 20254.6°23 wet days, 84% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

17°0°7.9mm
27°1°5.1mm
36°-1°
49°4°18mm
57°2°49mm
66°-1°13mm
76°1°3.9mm
84°-3°
99°1°10mm
105°-2°16mm
117°-5°
127°2°2.2mm
137°2°24mm
149°4°
159°5°8.4mm
169°3°
1710°5°55mm
188°1°7.6mm
198°0°
209°1°2.6mm
2113°5°37mm
2214°4°26mm
2312°2°5.9mm
2412°1°
257°3°24mm
266°-2°16mm
275°-4°1.8mm
289°3°21mm
297°0°2mm
307°-1°22mm

Frequently asked questions

What is Queenstown weather like in September?

In September, Queenstown averages 5.1°C, with typical highs of 8.6°C and lows of 1.6°C. The historical average is 22 wet days and 85% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is challenging.

Does it rain a lot in Queenstown in September?

There are about 22 wet days in September. Pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What should I wear in Queenstown in September?

A warm jacket or coat over knitwear works well, with an extra layer for mornings and evenings. Rain is frequent at roughly 22 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What are the best months to visit Queenstown?

Recent weather data rates January, February among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Queenstown weather in September in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Queenstown in September?

On 2026-09-15, calculated sunrise is 06:49 and sunset is 18:33 in local time (Pacific/Auckland). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations