Queenstown vs Whistler in January

Whistler is the better pick in January — 75 vs 20 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Whistler is freezing, soaked, clean air, while Queenstown is nice, rainy, clean air.

Queenstown vs WhistlerJanuary climate, side by side

QueenstownWhistler
Comfort score20/100 (F)75/100 (B)
Feels-like high21°C-1°C
Avg high / low21° / 12°2° / -3°
Rainfall93 mm408 mm
Rainy days1120
Humidity68%88%
Air quality (AQI)1532

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Queenstown vs Whistler in January — FAQ

Is January better in Queenstown or Whistler?
Whistler is the better pick in January — 75 vs 20 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Whistler is freezing, soaked, clean air, while Queenstown is nice, rainy, clean air.
What is the weather like in Queenstown vs Whistler in January?
In January, Queenstown averages 21°C high / 12°C low with about 93 mm of rain; Whistler averages 2°C high / -3°C low with about 408 mm.