

Weather
What to Expect
Spring
Spring in New Zealand occurs in the months of September, October and November with temperatures ranging between 8°C and 22°C. This time of year celebrates the perfect balance of snow-capped mountains, budding flowers, green pastures and warmer weather, giving you the opportunity to explore everything that Queenstown has to offer.
The ski fields are open until early October. With the warmer weather, the snow is usually softer. This is the perfect time for beginners to hit the slopes. The well-renowned hiking trails are also open, allowing you to pack a lot of adventure into your visit.
Queenstown and the surrounding region are well-known for its wine. During the warmer days of spring, dining outdoors is a beautiful way to enjoy a number of award-winning wineries and vineyards.
Summer
Summer in New Zealand occurs in the months of December, January and February. Temperatures range between 20°C and 30°C. In Queenstown, this means long, sunny days spent exploring and socialising outdoors.
The sun rises as early as 5am and sets around 10pm, offering visitors plenty of daylight to enjoy the range of things to do in the region. Including adrenaline-filled activities like jet boating and bungy jumping, hiking, mountain biking, fishing and sightseeing.
Queenstown’s downtown area is vibrant and exciting at this time of year with all the local restaurants and bars buzzing with laid-back summer vibes.
Autumn
Queenstown delivers an unforgettable autumn experience. In New Zealand, fall occurs in the months of March, April and May and temperatures range between 5°C and 25°C.
Colours change from the greens of summer as the golden and red hues take over the trails and town. This attracts photographers from around the world.
Autumn brings with it a popular lineup of events including the Autumn Arrowtown Festival. This is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the vibrant colours and relaxed atmosphere of the season.
Winter
Queenstown’s location in the heart of the Southern Alps makes it arguably one of the most stunning places to visit during winter.
Queenstown has you covered. Whether you have an appetite for adventure or prefer a more relaxed setting, enjoying fine food and wine beside a cozy fireplace.
Winter in New Zealand occurs during the months of June, July and August when temperatures range between -4°C and 8°C. The region transforms into a winter wonderland, offering action on four ski fields between 20 and 90 minutes from the centre of town, and a vibrant après ski scene.
For fun beyond the mountains, Queenstown has seven golf courses with the world-renowned wineries of Gibbston only a short drive away.
Explore
There are few places in the world that are quite as spectacular as Queenstown, and Pinewood is right in the heart of the action.
Stay
Pinewood offers a range of different types of affordable accommodation to suit every traveller.