Hennepin County Weather Forecast
Hennepin County weather: 42°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Climate in Hennepin County 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).
Best time to visit Hennepin County
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.
Recent extremes in Hennepin County
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Hennepin County compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Hennepin County.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis | 0 mi | 48°F | about the same | 38 in |
| Mississippi River | 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Hennepin County?
Hennepin County is a county in Minnesota. Its coordinates are 44.9778, -93.265. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Hennepin County 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 Hennepin County?
May, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Hennepin County, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Hennepin County in?
Hennepin County observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 11:47 PM.
How many people live in Hennepin County?
Hennepin County has a population of approximately 1.3 million.
What are the top things to do in Hennepin County?
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 (us-counties) - 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 11:47 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
