Climate of Minnesota, USA
Area-weighted average across Minnesota. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Minnesota, a subdivision of United States of America, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -13.5°C / 7.7°F in January to 20.4°C / 68.7°F in July, with rainfall from 16 mm / 0.6 in to 102 mm / 4 in depending on the season (677 mm / 26.7 in total across the year). See the 2 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -13.5°C7.7°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Snowy |
| February | -9.8°C14.4°F | 16 mm0.6″ | — |
| March | -3°C26.6°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Snowy |
| April | 5.4°C41.7°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
| May | 12.9°C55.2°F | 76 mm3″ | — |
| June | 17.8°C64°F | 102 mm4″ | — |
| July | 20.4°C68.7°F | 95 mm3.7″ | — |
| August | 19.3°C66.7°F | 89 mm3.5″ | — |
| September | 14.1°C57.4°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| October | 7.4°C45.3°F | 57 mm2.2″ | — |
| November | -1.9°C28.6°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
| December | -10°C14°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Minnesota?
Minnesota, United States of America does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 20.4°C / 68.7°F, and the driest is February at 16 mm / 0.6 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Minnesota?
Minnesota, United States of America has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -13.5°C / 7.7°F in January to 20.4°C / 68.7°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 677 mm / 26.7 in, with the wettest month being June (102 mm / 4 in) and the driest February (16 mm / 0.6 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Minnesota?
The hottest month in Minnesota is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 20.4°C / 68.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Minnesota?
The coldest month in Minnesota is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -13.5°C / 7.7°F.
When does it rain most in Minnesota?
The wettest month in Minnesota is June, averaging about 102 mm / 4 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 16 mm / 0.6 in.