May 1 is generally a great time to visit Queenstown. While there is a slight chance of rain (24%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 13°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
+2 more
Driving
Left side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.269
Queenstown Weather Forecast for May 1
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 12.7°C. 24% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Queenstown in May
Based on historical data for May 1, Queenstown typically experiences temperatures between 6.5°C and 12.7°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (24% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Queenstown
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
12.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
6.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
12.4°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
24%
Avg 1.8mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~24% chance
Pressure
1018.8 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 94% 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
🔴 267 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 401 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 668 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
9.7°C
Dry air
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
94/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~30
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Queenstown
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:40
☀️ Noon
13:43
🌇 Sunset
18:47
⏱️ Daylight
10h 6m
Wind Speed
6.9 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
6.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
82%
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
💰💰💰 Expensive
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 May 1 averages 12.7°C with a 24% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 81/100."
— 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 24
13.7°C • 26% rain
Score
86
April 25
13.4°C • 29% rain
Score
83
May 4
12.8°C • 23% rain
Score
82
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📍 Is Queenstown Worth Visiting on May 1?
Planning a trip to Queenstown on May 1? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 12.7°C with a 24% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 30 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 May 1 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 16.5°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 3.8°C in 2017.