Best Time to Visit Itasca State Park
Best time to visit Itasca State Park: May, June, July, August, September and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Itasca State Park
Go in May, June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Itasca State Park month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17° | 1° | 0,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 28° | 9° | 0,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 39° | 19° | 1,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 50° | 31° | 3,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 65° | 44° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 73° | 55° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 80° | 62° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 76° | 58° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 72° | 55° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 57° | 41° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 38° | 26° | 1,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 27° | 12° | 1,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Itasca State Park compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Itasca State Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hennepin County | 182 mi | 48°F | +37°F warmer | 36 in |
| Mississippi River | 182 mi | 48°F | +37°F warmer | 36 in |
| Minneapolis | 182 mi | 48°F | +37°F warmer | 36 in |
| Winnipeg | 204 mi | 41°F | 34°F cooler | 24 in |
| Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park | 259 mi | 45°F | +34°F warmer | 36 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid high-elevation trails without traction devices - frozen surfaces persist in shade all day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Itasca State Park is a state park in Minnesota. Itasca State Park is known for the headwaters of the Mississippi.
Right now it is 34°F (1°C) in Itasca State Park with overcast. It feels like 27°F. Today runs from 29°F to 42°F. Chance of precipitation is 23%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.8/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Itasca State Park is May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 80°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 1°F.
Nearby highlights include Voyageurs National Park, Mississippi River and Tettegouche State Park.
In plain terms. Today is much colder than average for October. The forecast high of 42°F is 15.1°F below the 57°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. driving is the strongest bet in Itasca State Park today at 8.9/10. Overnight lows near 29°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Itasca State Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:32 PM, Oct 28 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 48° / 39°
Light drizzle · 24% rain · wind 8 mph
🌦️ 51° / 47°
Light drizzle · 24% rain · wind 5 mph
Things to do in Itasca State Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Itasca State Park.
Quick facts about Itasca State Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | Minnesota |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 47°14′13.9″N 95°12′28.1″W (47.2372, -95.2078) |
| Established | 1891 |
| Known for | the headwaters of the Mississippi |
| Local time | 3:32 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Subarctic |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Itasca State Park?
Itasca State Park is a state park in Minnesota. Its coordinates are 47.2372, -95.2078. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Itasca State Park right now?
It is currently 34°F (1°C) with overcast. Humidity is 69% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Itasca State Park?
May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Itasca State Park, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Itasca State Park in?
Itasca State Park observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 3:32 PM.
What are the top things to do in Itasca State Park?
Popular options include Voyageurs National Park, Mississippi River and Tettegouche State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (state-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 28, 2026 at 3:32 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
