Will it rain in
Minneapolis today?
Live hourly rain forecast and run verdict for Minneapolis, Minnesota, US.
Running in Minneapolis means surviving some of America's coldest winters and making the most of its gorgeous summers. Whether it's a sub-zero wind chill around the Chain of Lakes, a summer thunderstorm lighting up the skyline, or a perfect fall run along Minnehaha Creek, knowing whether to head out before you lace up matters. RainOrRun checks live conditions in Minneapolis right now and gives you an instant verdict — plus the best hourly window if the weather's on the fence. We'll also recommend the right gear for whatever Minneapolis's extreme continental weather is throwing at you today.
What to wear
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How often does it rain in Minneapolis?
Minneapolis records around 939mm of rain a year, spread across about 110 days — roughly 30% of all days, or 9 days in an average month. That puts Minneapolis mid-pack: rain interrupts roughly one run in three, so it pays to check the hourly forecast before a long run, but you will not be running in waterproofs week after week.
The wettest month is May, averaging 129mm across about 12 rainy days. The driest is January, with 25mm over roughly 5 days. Average lows in February drop to -13.4°C, cold enough that gloves, a headband and a thermal base layer make a real difference on early runs. At the other end, July averages 28.4°C highs — hot enough that early morning and evening are the sensible windows, and hydration matters more than waterproofing.
Those are ten-year averages, not a forecast. What actually matters on the day is the next twelve hours — which is what the live verdict and hourly strip at the top of this page are for.
| Month | Rainfall | Rainy days | Avg high | Avg low |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25mm | 5 | -4.2°C | -13.2°C |
| February | 30mm | 6 | -2.4°C | -13.4°C |
| March | 54mm | 8 | 6°C | -4.6°C |
| April | 84mm | 11 | 12.2°C | 1.2°C |
| May | 129mm | 12 | 20.5°C | 9.2°C |
| June | 114mm | 11 | 26.8°C | 15.8°C |
| July | 104mm | 10 | 28.4°C | 17.7°C |
| August | 120mm | 11 | 26.8°C | 16.7°C |
| September | 89mm | 10 | 23.5°C | 13.9°C |
| October | 92mm | 10 | 14.4°C | 5.7°C |
| November | 51mm | 8 | 6°C | -1.9°C |
| December | 47mm | 8 | -1.1°C | -9.3°C |
Historical data: Open-Meteo archive, 2015–2024. A “rainy day” means at least 1mm of precipitation.
Running in Minneapolis: common questions
Will it rain in Minneapolis today?
The forecast card at the top of this page shows Minneapolis's rain probability for the current hour, plus an hour-by-hour breakdown for the rest of the day, using live Open-Meteo data. Historically, Minneapolis sees rain on about 110 days a year, so on any given day there is roughly a 30% chance of some rain falling.
Is it a good day to run in Minneapolis?
RainOrRun scores the live Minneapolis forecast on rain probability, rainfall amount, temperature, wind speed and severe weather, then returns a single verdict: Go, Maybe, or Don't Bother. A Maybe means conditions are borderline and it is worth picking your window rather than skipping the run.
What is the best time to run in Minneapolis today?
The hourly strip above highlights the best single window of the day for Minneapolis — the hour combining the lowest rain probability with the most comfortable temperature. You can also check up to eight days ahead using the date picker if you are planning a long run or a race.
What should I wear running in Minneapolis today?
The gear section on this page updates with the live Minneapolis forecast: a waterproof jacket and peaked cap when rain probability goes above 40%, a thermal base layer and gloves below 8 degrees Celsius, and a high-vis vest when wind or low light make you harder to see.
What is the wettest month in Minneapolis?
May is the wettest month in Minneapolis, averaging 129mm of rain across about 12 rainy days. January is the driest, with around 25mm over roughly 5 days. Figures are ten-year averages covering 2015 to 2024.
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