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Queenstown in January

Find out everything about the water temperature in Queenstown in January. Average, minimum and maximum recorded temperatures as well as daily temperature in January for the last two years. Compare the current month's sea temperature data with other months of the year.
Water temperature in January
Minimum:

67.1 °F

Average:

71.9 °F

Maximum:

76.7 °F

Sea water temperature in Queenstown in January

In the city of Queenstown, the month of January is somewhat comfortable for swimming. The minimum recorded temperature during this month was 67.1°F on January 1, 2024, with an average temperature being 71.9°F and a maximum temperature reaching 76.7°F on January 26, 2019.

While some may find it enjoyable for a brief swim, others might consider it a bit too cold for extended periods in the water. In January, the sea temperature remains relatively stable. The average temperature stays close to 71.9°F throughout the month, with minimal changes.
Date 10 years average 2024 2023
Jan 1 70.5°F 67.1°F 70.0°F
Jan 2 70.8°F 67.7°F 70.7°F
Jan 3 71.0°F 68.1°F 70.9°F
Jan 4 70.9°F 68.2°F 70.5°F
Jan 5 70.9°F 69.0°F 69.7°F
Jan 6 70.9°F 68.8°F 69.2°F
Jan 7 71.0°F 68.9°F 69.7°F
Jan 8 71.0°F 69.3°F 70.6°F
Jan 9 71.0°F 69.6°F 71.1°F
Jan 10 71.2°F 70.2°F 71.6°F
Jan 11 71.3°F 70.5°F 71.6°F
Jan 12 71.7°F 71.5°F 72.4°F
Jan 13 72.0°F 72.2°F 72.5°F
Jan 14 72.2°F 72.1°F 73.4°F
Jan 15 72.3°F 72.1°F 73.5°F
Jan 16 72.5°F 73.0°F 73.4°F
Jan 17 72.7°F 72.6°F 74.0°F
Jan 18 72.5°F 71.9°F 73.9°F
Jan 19 72.3°F 71.8°F 72.5°F
Jan 20 72.2°F 71.8°F 71.2°F
Jan 21 72.0°F 72.3°F 70.5°F
Jan 22 72.2°F 71.8°F 70.2°F
Jan 23 72.5°F 72.3°F 70.3°F
Jan 24 72.6°F 72.6°F 70.7°F
Jan 25 72.5°F 72.6°F 70.6°F
Jan 26 72.7°F 72.7°F 70.9°F
Jan 27 72.8°F 72.2°F 71.0°F
Jan 28 73.0°F 71.9°F 71.9°F
Jan 29 73.0°F 72.6°F 71.9°F
Jan 30 73.1°F 72.6°F 71.9°F
Jan 31 72.9°F 72.4°F 71.7°F

Sea water temperature in Queenstown by month

In an average year, Queenstown offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably. The warmest water in Queenstown was recorded on February 15, 2014, reaching a 77.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 8, 2015, dipping to 53.1°F. The average readings by season are 71.0°F in Winter, 66.9°F in Spring, 56.2°F in Summer, and 61.3°F in Autumn. The average temperature in January is slightly warmer than December's average of 68.6°F. And in February, the temperature is expected to rise further, potentially reaching an average of 72.6°F.