Monthly climate averages for Minneapolis, United States. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
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Climate OverviewMinneapolis, United States in March has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 6.5°C (44°F).
This month falls at the beginning of Spring. Cold conditions dominate the month.
Daily highs in March gradually rise from around 4°C (38°F) at the start to 9°C (47°F) by month's end.
Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the first third tends to be drier.
The warmest days tend to fall around the 27th, averaging 8.8°C (48°F).
Compared to February, this month is about 8°C warmer with 2 more rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into April.
Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)
Cold daytime highs of 7°C (44°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.
Rain usually comes in shorter passing showers rather than all-day rain.
2 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.
| Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -4°C / -12°C | -9°C / -17°C | 5days (24 mm) Good | 5.4h Fair | 75% Muggy | 2 Low | Poor | View Details |
| February | -1°C / -11°C | -6°C / -16°C | 6days (27 mm) Good | 7.4h Good | 72% Muggy | 3.1 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| March | 7°C / -3°C | 2°C / -8°C | 8days (61 mm) Wet | 8.2h Good | 66% Muggy | 4.2 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| April | 13°C / 2°C | 9°C / -2°C | 11days (96 mm) Wet | 8.4h Good | 65% Muggy | 4.9 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| May best | 21°C / 10°C | 20°C / 8°C | 11days (115 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 63% Muggy | 6.4 High | Good | View Details |
| June best | 27°C / 17°C | 28°C / 17°C | 11days (105 mm) Wet | 12.1h Excellent | 64% Muggy | 6.6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 29°C / 19°C | 30°C / 20°C | 11days (93 mm) Wet | 12.5h Excellent | 67% Muggy | 7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 27°C / 18°C | 28°C / 19°C | 12days (131 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 6.3 High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 24°C / 15°C | 23°C / 14°C | 10days (98 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 69% Muggy | 5.1 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 15°C / 7°C | 12°C / 4°C | 9days (74 mm) Wet | 7.3h Good | 67% Muggy | 3.5 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| November | 6°C / -1°C | 2°C / -5°C | 6days (42 mm) Good | 5.7h Fair | 70% Muggy | 2.2 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| December | -1°C / -8°C | -6°C / -13°C | 7days (47 mm) Good | 4.8h Fair | 76% Humid | 1.7 Low | Poor | View Details |
Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.
A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.
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