Landmark

Cecil Peak

Queenstown, New Zealand

Best timeJan–Mar & Nov

Set inQueenstown, New Zealand

In season~48°F high

Climate18–54°F

CurrencyNZD

LanguageEnglish

TimezoneUTC+12:00

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

On the map

Map showing the location of Cecil Peak

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Historical monthly weather

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

Sunny share of daylightFeb · 41%

WarmestJan · 54°F

WettestDec

Best windowJan–Mar & Nov

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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.

Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Cecil Peak is a mountain in the Wakatipu Basin, New Zealand and reaches a height of 1,978 metres. It is on the south side of Lake Wakatipu south-southwest of Queenstown, and is prominent within the area.

Best time to visit

Two separate windows work best: Jan–Mar & Nov. Pick the one that matches what you came for.

Pairs well with

Skyline Gondola

The Remarkables

Kawarau Gorge Suspension Bridge

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Cecil Peak?

The best time to visit Cecil Peak is January–March & November, in Queenstown, New Zealand.

Where is Cecil Peak?

Cecil Peak is in Queenstown, New Zealand.

What is Cecil Peak known for?

Cecil Peak is a mountain in the Wakatipu Basin, New Zealand and reaches a height of 1,978 metres. It is on the south side of Lake Wakatipu south-southwest of Queenstown, and is prominent within the area.

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