Snow Forecast

Queenstown Snow Forecast

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Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand Flag of New Zealand

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Snow in Queenstown in the Next 6 Hours

Short-term snowfall prediction for Queenstown, Otago.

Queenstown Snow Trends: Yesterday and Tomorrow

Snow chance (lines) and snowfall in mm (columns) for the past 24 hours and the day ahead. Hover any hour for the exact chance of snow, rain and new snow.

Queenstown's Snow Season

Queenstown sits about 310 metres above sea level in Otago, so snowfall in town is usually light compared with the surrounding mountains. When it falls, it sometimes covers the ground, but streets at this low level usually thaw within a day or two. Deeper cover lasts longer on nearby high slopes.

June through August are the likeliest months for snow. The air feels cold, and overnight frosts are common. Gusty winds sometimes sweep across the lake and hills. Clear spells also bring bright sunshine, so a day can shift from crisp and sunny to grey and blustery.

Upcoming Days in Queenstown

Snow chances for the coming days in Queenstown.

Queenstown snow: quick answers

Will it snow in Queenstown?

Check the hourly strip above for the latest snow chance in Queenstown. Percentages refresh through the day as new forecasts arrive.

How much snow is expected in Queenstown?

No significant accumulation is currently in the forecast. Watch the daily totals above: any day showing millimeters in parentheses means new snow is possible.

When will it start and stop snowing?

Find the first hourly block above 20% for the start, and the 24-hour chart for when the chance drops back down. Forecasts are most accurate within 24 hours, so re-check on the day.

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