WeatherTravel note
Mountain weather changes quickly
Ben Lomond track, Queenstown, Otago
Published Oct 10, 2026 · RegretMap travel note
The situation
Weather in the Southern Alps can shift from sun to cold rain within hours, even in summer.
The lesson
Carry warm and waterproof layers on any hike.
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