February 25 is generally a great time to visit Queenstown. While there is a slight chance of rain (21%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 19°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 25
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 19°C. 21% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Queenstown in February
Based on historical data for February 25, Queenstown typically experiences temperatures between 10.7°C and 19°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (21% 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
19°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
10.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
19°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
21%
Avg 1.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
61%
Overcast
Pressure
1015.9 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 89% 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
14°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
07:17
☀️ Noon
14:00
🌇 Sunset
20:42
⏱️ Daylight
13h 25m
Wind Speed
9 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
10.1 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
☀️ 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 25 averages 19°C with a 21% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 96/100."
— 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 25?
Planning a trip to Queenstown on February 25? 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 19°C with a 21% 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 25 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.4°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 6.3°C in 2019.