Minnesota Weather Forecast
Minnesota weather: 64°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Minnesota
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Aug 23 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 79° / 53° | 0% | 8 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 83° / 55° | 3% | 6 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 92° / 68° | 25% | 13 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 89° / 68° | 8% | 11 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 85° / 64° | 0% | 12 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 84° / 56° | 16% | 9 mph | 5 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 86° / 64° | 40% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 93° / 65° | 33% | 6 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌧️ Rain | 97° / 66° | 30% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ⛈️ Violent showers | 74° / 65° | 18% · 2,2 in | 14 mph | 1 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 83° / 63° | 14% | 7 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 83° / 63° | 15% · 0,0 in | 5 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 80° / 59° | 23% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Light showers | 65° / 56° | 29% · 0,3 in | 6 mph | 2 |
The two-week trend
Cooling. The second half of the window averages 41°F cooler than the days immediately ahead.
The window averages 82°F against a August normal of 80°F - right on average.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 13% of a normal August week (0,1 in against 0,7 in).
What this means for Minnesota
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 79°F is in line with the 80°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 91°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 64°F (18°C) with clear. Humidity is 64% and wind is 3 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 1:36 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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - 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 August 24, 2026 at 1:36 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
