Minneapolis Weather Forecast
Minneapolis weather: 68°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Minneapolis?
No - rain is unlikely in Minneapolis today.
A 11% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,2 in of precipitation is forecast.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 28% of a normal August week (0,2 in against 0,7 in).
16-day forecast for Minneapolis
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Aug 21 | ☁️ Overcast | 81° / 66° | 11% | 11 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Aug 22 | ☀️ Clear sky | 79° / 60° | 7% | 15 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | ☁️ Overcast | 81° / 54° | 0% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 82° / 61° | 3% | 9 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | 🌦️ Light showers | 94° / 63° | 29% · 0,2 in | 10 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 89° / 69° | 3% | 12 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 89° / 65° | 5% | 6 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 93° / 67° | 9% · 0,0 in | 14 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 94° / 64° | 19% · 0,2 in | 11 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 99° / 73° | 26% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | ☀️ Clear sky | 91° / 68° | 17% | 7 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 100° / 66° | 18% | 7 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 102° / 76° | 19% | 12 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 90° / 68° | 23% | 11 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 86° / 62° | 17% | 11 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 77° / 59° | 22% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 4 |
What this means for Minneapolis
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 81°F is in line with the 80°F typical for this month.
A 11% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
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 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 68°F (20°C) with clear. Humidity is 70% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Minneapolis?
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 4:06 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| 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 22, 2026 at 4:06 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
