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Things to Do in Minnesota

Top things to do in Minnesota: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.

☀️ 72°F now🕔 1:40 PM local📅 Best: July, August and September👥 5.7 million

Things to do in Minnesota

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Minnesota.

National and state parks in Minnesota

Map of Minnesota

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Coordinates: 44°57′13.3″N 93°5′24″W (44.9537, -93.09)

Weather in Minnesota right now

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72°F
Clear sky · feels like 67°F
Humidity44%
Wind9 mph NNW
Gusts19 mph
UV index0.2 · Low
Cloud cover0%
Pressure991 hPa
VisibilityExcellent · 14 mi
Air quality53 · Moderate
Sunrise6:22 AM
Sunset8:07 PM
Moon🌔 Waxing gibbous · 77%

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:40 PM, Aug 23 local time.

Best time to visit Minnesota

Go in 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.

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September★★★★
October★★★★
November★★★☆☆
December★★☆☆☆

Summary

Minnesota is a state in United States. Minnesota is a US state with its capital at Saint Paul. It has a population of about 5.7 million. The capital is Saint Paul.

Right now it is 72°F (22°C) in Minnesota with clear sky. It feels like 67°F. Today runs from 63°F to 79°F. Chance of precipitation is 10%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Minnesota is 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 83°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 8°F.

Nearby highlights include Voyageurs National Park, Itasca State Park, Tettegouche State Park and Lake Superior.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 79°F is in line with the 80°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Minnesota today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Minnesota?

Minnesota is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 44.9537, -93.09. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Minnesota right now?

It is currently 72°F (22°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 44% and wind is 9 mph.

When is the best time to visit Minnesota?

July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Minnesota, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Minnesota in?

Minnesota observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 1:40 PM.

How many people live in Minnesota?

Minnesota has a population of approximately 5.7 million.

What are the top things to do in Minnesota?

Popular options include Voyageurs National Park, Itasca State Park, Tettegouche State Park, Lake Superior, Mississippi River and Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park.

What places are in Minnesota?

Minnesota covers 7 places in this atlas, including Voyageurs National Park, Itasca State Park, Minneapolis, Tettegouche State Park, Hennepin County and Lake Superior.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 August 23, 2026 at 1:40 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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