Minnesota Weather Forecast
Minnesota weather: 74°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Minnesota weather in August
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Climate in Minnesota 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 | 22° | 8° | 0,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 32° | 15° | 0,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 46° | 27° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 56° | 37° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 69° | 49° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 77° | 60° | 7,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 83° | 66° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 80° | 62° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 77° | 59° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 62° | 46° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 44° | 30° | 1,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 31° | 18° | 1,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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.
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.
How Minnesota compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Minnesota.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park | 206 mi | 44°F | 35°F cooler | 35 in |
| Wisconsin | 225 mi | 49°F | +34°F warmer | 33 in |
| Des Moines | 234 mi | 53°F | +38°F warmer | 37 in |
| Iowa | 234 mi | 53°F | +38°F warmer | 37 in |
| Milwaukee | 290 mi | 50°F | +34°F warmer | 35 in |
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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 74°F (23°C) with clear. Humidity is 65% 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 9:14 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 9:14 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
