Things to Do in Minneapolis
Top things to do in Minneapolis: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.
Things to do in Minneapolis
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Minneapolis.
Map of Minneapolis
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Coordinates: 44°58′40.1″N 93°15′54″W (44.9778, -93.265)
Weather in Minneapolis right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:21 AM, Oct 26 local time.
Best time to visit Minneapolis
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.
Summary
Minneapolis is a city in Minnesota. Minneapolis is known for Lakes, arts and the Mall of America. It has a population of about 430.000.
Right now it is 49°F (9°C) in Minneapolis with overcast. It feels like 42°F. Today runs from 47°F to 58°F. Chance of precipitation is 45%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Minneapolis 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 Mississippi River, Itasca State Park, Tettegouche State Park and Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 58°F is 4.5°F below the 62°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Minneapolis today at 9.1/10. 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 Minneapolis?
Minneapolis is a city in Minnesota. Its coordinates are 44.9778, -93.265. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Minneapolis right now?
It is currently 49°F (9°C) with overcast. Humidity is 74% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Minneapolis?
May, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Minneapolis, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Minneapolis in?
Minneapolis observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 11:21 AM.
How many people live in Minneapolis?
Minneapolis has a population of approximately 430.000.
What are the top things to do in Minneapolis?
Popular options include Mississippi River, 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 (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 11:21 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
