April 18 is generally a great time to visit Queenstown. While there is a slight chance of rain (25%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 14°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Queenstown right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors. Note: April 18 is Good Friday in Queenstown, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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Essential Travel Info for Queenstown
Currency
NZD
$ New Zealand dollar
Language
English
+2 more
Driving
Left side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.269
Queenstown Weather Forecast for April 18
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 14°C. 25% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Queenstown in April
Based on historical data for April 18, Queenstown typically experiences temperatures between 7.6°C and 14°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (25% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Queenstown
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
14°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
7.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
13.8°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
25%
Avg 1.8mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~25% chance
Pressure
1016.5 hPa
High volatility
Queenstown Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 98% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 73 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 110 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 183 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
10.6°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Holiday
Good Friday
Flight Traffic
High
91/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~29
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Queenstown
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:24
☀️ Noon
13:45
🌇 Sunset
19:07
⏱️ Daylight
10h 43m
Wind Speed
8 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
6.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
80%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Queenstown
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Moderate seismic activity. Occasional tremors possible.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Queenstown on April 18 averages 14°C with a 25% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 87/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Queenstown Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
April 20
14.2°C • 24% rain
Score
89
April 21
14.1°C • 25% rain
Score
89
April 17
14°C • 23% rain
Score
88
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Queenstown Worth Visiting on April 18?
Planning a trip to Queenstown on April 18? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 14°C with a 25% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with Good Friday, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 29 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for New Zealand, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 18 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 17.6°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 2.9°C in 2018.