February 21 is generally a great time to visit Queenstown. While there is a slight chance of rain (35%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 19°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Queenstown right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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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 21
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 18.9°C. 35% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Queenstown in February
Based on historical data for February 21, Queenstown typically experiences temperatures between 11.1°C and 18.9°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 35% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Queenstown
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Umbrella
Average High
18.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
11.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
18.9°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
35%
Avg 2.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
64%
Overcast
Pressure
1014.4 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 77% 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
🔴 22 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 33 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 55 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
13.9°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
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~32
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Queenstown
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:11
☀️ Noon
14:00
🌇 Sunset
20:49
⏱️ Daylight
13h 37m
Wind Speed
9.2 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
9.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
73%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Queenstown
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Quiet
Price Level
💰 Affordable
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 February 21 averages 18.9°C with a 35% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 90/100."
— 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
February 14
20.1°C • 21% rain
Score
98
February 15
20.2°C • 20% rain
Score
98
February 16
20.4°C • 23% rain
Score
97
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Queenstown Worth Visiting on February 21?
Planning a trip to Queenstown on February 21? 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 18.9°C with a 35% 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 21 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 24.2°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 5.6°C in 2018.