Minneapolis, MN
Today’s Forecast:
Today’s Report:
Biking
Not Recommended for biking. High near 39°F. Temperatures outside comfort limits (39°F).
- Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Paddling
Not Recommended for paddling. High near 39°F. Temperatures outside comfort limits (39°F).
- Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Outdoor Events / Activities
Not Recommended for outdoor events / activities. High near 39°F. Temperatures outside comfort limits (39°F).
- Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Fishing
Not Recommended for fishing. High near 39°F. Temperatures outside comfort limits (39°F).
- Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Sledding / Snowshoeing
Ideal conditions for sledding / snowshoeing. Comfortable temperature (high near 39°F), light wind, and clear forecast.
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
About Minneapolis
Minneapolis is an urban outdoor hub built around the Chain of Lakes, Mississippi riverfront, parkways, trails, beaches, patios, and year-round neighborhood events.
Make the Most of a Minneapolis Day
Use calm mornings for lake loops, river paths, and paddling windows, then shift toward shaded parks, indoor-adjacent stops, or compact event plans if heat or storms build.
Weather Tips for Minneapolis
- Urban heat, lake wind, river humidity, and fast-moving summer storms can all change how comfortable a route feels.
- Wind, waves, current, and lightning should guide water plans more than sunshine alone.
- After steady rain, favor paved paths, overlooks, visitor centers, or town-based plans until trails and launch areas recover.
- Check both temperature and wind, because Minnesota lake, river, prairie, and bluff destinations can feel very different from the nearest city forecast.
Plan Around the Conditions
Use the forecast to choose the best version of Minneapolis rather than forcing one itinerary. Match wind, rain timing, temperature, water conditions, and trail surfaces to the activity that gives your group the most comfortable day.