November 28 is generally a great time to visit Queenstown. While there is a slight chance of rain (36%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 17°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 November 28
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16.7°C. 36% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Queenstown in November
Based on historical data for November 28, Queenstown typically experiences temperatures between 8.2°C and 16.7°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 36% 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
16.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
8.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16.7°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
36%
Avg 2.6mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.2 cm
~36% chance
Pressure
1008.9 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 86% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 21:00
Type I-II
🔴 19 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 29 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 48 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12°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
81/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~26
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Queenstown
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:57
☀️ Noon
13:34
🌇 Sunset
21:11
⏱️ Daylight
15h 13m
Wind Speed
10.2 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
10.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Queenstown
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Mild discomfort possible for arthritic conditions.
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 November 28 averages 16.7°C with a 36% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 82/100."
— 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
December 2
17.8°C • 33% rain
Score
86
November 30
17.3°C • 33% rain
Score
85
December 1
17.6°C • 36% rain
Score
84
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Queenstown Worth Visiting on November 28?
Planning a trip to Queenstown on November 28? 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 16.7°C with a 36% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 26 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 November 28 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 23.7°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 2.3°C in 2016.