February 16 is generally a great time to visit Queenstown. While there is a slight chance of rain (23%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 20°C weather. As it's peak season for Queenstown, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Queenstown
Currency
NZD
$ New Zealand dollar
Language
English
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Driving
Left side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.269
Queenstown Weather Forecast for February 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 20.4°C. 23% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Queenstown in February
Based on historical data for February 16, Queenstown typically experiences temperatures between 11.9°C and 20.4°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (23% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Queenstown
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
20.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
11.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
20.5°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
23%
Avg 1.8mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
61%
Overcast
Pressure
1014.9 hPa
Medium volatility
Queenstown Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 92% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
07:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 21 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 32 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 53 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
15.2°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in New Zealand
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~32
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Queenstown
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:04
☀️ Noon
14:00
🌇 Sunset
20:57
⏱️ Daylight
13h 52m
Wind Speed
8.9 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
10.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
72%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Queenstown
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Quiet
Price Level
💰 Affordable
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
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 February 16 averages 20.4°C with a 23% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 97/100."
— 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
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📍 Is Queenstown Worth Visiting on February 16?
Planning a trip to Queenstown on February 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 20.4°C with a 23% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 32 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 February 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 26.4°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 6.8°C in 2019.