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Our enviable alpine climate and long leisurely days are ideal for adventurous holidays and fantastic outdoor summer living. 

Queenstown is an appealing summer holiday destination with long, hot days and plenty of activities to occupy your entire family, from swimming and camping to shopping and nightlife.

Find out more about visiting Queenstown in summer below.

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Visit Queenstown in summer

  • Dates of summer: 1 December to 28 February
  • Average summer temperatures: Between 20° and 30°C
  • Weather: Long, sunny days. In mid-summer, dawn breaks at 5am and dusk settles around 10pm

Summer activities 

What a great time to be out and about, joining us locals as we enjoy everything Queenstown has to offer!

  • How about getting your adrenaline rush this summer? Test your mettle with a bungy jump, jetboat ride, swing or skydive
     
  • Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the Queenstown Gardens - take your own picnic or, for something a bit more energetic, try out the free Frisbee Golf course 
     
  • Hiking and walking are a must in summer. You can explore the many tracks in the area, or take a guided walk for the full hiking experience
     
  • Hit the streets and soak up the sun as you shop your way around central Queenstown. Stop along the way for coffee or a cocktail at one of the many downtown cafes and bars
     
  • Take to the water with a cooling boat ride....you could opt for the tranquillity of a lake cruise or a thrilling high-speed jet boat - either way, the water's the place to be on a hot Queenstown day

Summer events 

Join the community to enjoy some of the wonderful summer events here in Queenstown. Dance the evening away at a music festival, enjoy something quintessentially Kiwi at an A&P (Agricultural & Pastoral) show or cheer until you’re hoarse at an international sporting event.

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