Best Time to Visit Mississippi River
Best time to visit Mississippi River: May, July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Mississippi River
Go in May, July, August and September. 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 Mississippi River 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 | 23° | 9° | 0,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 32° | 15° | 0,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 46° | 27° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 56° | 37° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 70° | 49° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 78° | 60° | 7,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 84° | 66° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 81° | 63° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 76° | 59° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 62° | 45° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 44° | 30° | 1,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 31° | 18° | 1,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Mississippi River compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Mississippi River.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hennepin County | 0 mi | 48°F | about the same | 38 in |
| Minneapolis | 0 mi | 48°F | about the same | 38 in |
| Itasca State Park | 182 mi | 43°F | 37°F cooler | 27 in |
| Tettegouche State Park | 191 mi | 43°F | 37°F cooler | 31 in |
| Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park | 212 mi | 45°F | 36°F cooler | 36 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Mississippi River is a river in Minnesota. Mississippi River is a river known as the main stem of the US drainage basin.
Right now it is 42°F (6°C) in Mississippi River with overcast. It feels like 36°F. Today runs from 42°F to 48°F. Chance of precipitation is 99%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.4/10 - marginal.
The best time to visit Mississippi River is May, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 84°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 9°F.
Nearby highlights include Itasca State Park, Tettegouche State Park, Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park and Voyageurs National Park.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 48°F is 14°F below the 62°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Mississippi River today at 8.6/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Mississippi River right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:51 PM, Oct 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 53° / 49°
Light rain · 47% rain · wind 10 mph
🌦️ 54° / 51°
Light rain · 28% rain · wind 5 mph
Things to do in Mississippi River
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Mississippi River.
Quick facts about Mississippi River
| Type | River |
|---|---|
| State | Minnesota |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 44°58′40.1″N 93°15′54″W (44.9778, -93.265) |
| Length | 2.340 mi |
| Known for | the main stem of the US drainage basin |
| Local time | 10:51 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | May, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Mississippi River?
Mississippi River is a river in Minnesota. Its coordinates are 44.9778, -93.265. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Mississippi River right now?
It is currently 42°F (6°C) with overcast. Humidity is 93% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Mississippi River?
May, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Mississippi River, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Mississippi River in?
Mississippi River observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 10:51 PM.
What are the top things to do in Mississippi River?
Popular options include Itasca State Park, Tettegouche State Park, Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park and Voyageurs National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (rivers) - 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 26, 2026 at 10:51 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
