May 16 is generally a great time to visit Queenstown. While there is a slight chance of rain (34%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 10°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 May 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 10.1°C. 34% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Queenstown in May
Based on historical data for May 16, Queenstown typically experiences temperatures between 4.8°C and 10.1°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. With a 34% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Queenstown
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Umbrella
Average High
10.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
4.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
9.3°C
❄️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
34%
Avg 2.6mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.3 cm
~34% chance
Pressure
1013.8 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 95% 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
7.7°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
08:58
☀️ Noon
13:43
🌇 Sunset
18:27
⏱️ Daylight
9h 29m
Wind Speed
7.9 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
5.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
85%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Queenstown
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
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 16 averages 10.1°C with a 34% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 64/100."
— 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
May 9
11.9°C • 38% rain
Score
70
May 10
11.7°C • 37% rain
Score
70
May 11
11.3°C • 36% rain
Score
69
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📍 Is Queenstown Worth Visiting on May 16?
Planning a trip to Queenstown on May 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 10.1°C with a 34% 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 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 15.2°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 3.8°C in 2016.