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Minneapolis in June
The year's rain peaks now, with about 5.1 in (130 mm) falling in Minneapolis, alongside highs near 78°F (26°C) and lows of 58°F (14°C).
It scores 78/100 for comfort, 5th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 5.1 in (130 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~15 h 24 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What June feels like
Days are warm, averaging 78°F (26°C).
Lows average 58°F (14°C).
Expect regular rain: about 5.1 in (130 mm) falls in the month.
Long days help: there are roughly 15 h 24 min of daylight mid-month.
Plan around June
June is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (August & September).
- First warm month: highs reach 78°F, up from 68°F in May.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, May – July.
- Longest days of the year, about 15 h 24 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 81/100 in May to 78/100.
- June sits inside the Jun – Oct window our Minnesota North Shore route recommends.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 78°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Minneapolis in June
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Bde Maka Ska
Largest of the Chain of Lakes, with a 3-mile loop path, beaches and paddleboard rentals.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer morning.
Surly Brewing Co.
Big beer hall and patio from the brewery behind Minnesota's craft beer boom.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.1 in of rain.
Minneapolis Institute of Art
Free encyclopedic museum with period rooms and strong Asian and American collections.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 5.1 in of rain.
Spoon and Stable
Chef Gavin Kaysen's restaurant in a former North Loop horse stable.
Why now Easy to slot in when June's rain moves in.
Mill City Museum
Museum in the ruins of a flour mill, with an elevator ride through the building's history.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in June.
Nearby in June
- Duluth in June~137 mi · highs 70°F, 4.1 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, drier
- Decorah in June~137 mi · highs 78°F, 5.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Dubuque in June~215 mi · highs 80°F, 5.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Des Moines in June~235 mi · highs 83°F, 5.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Downtown Minneapolis & the Riverfront and Minnehaha Falls.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Minneapolis in June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Minneapolis?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 78/100 against a best of 88 in August & September. Expect highs of 78°F (26°C) and 5.1 in (130 mm) of rain. June is inside the Jun – Oct window our Minnesota North Shore route recommends.
How hot is Minneapolis in June?
Average highs are 78°F (26°C) and average lows 58°F (14°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Minneapolis in June?
Yes: about 5.1 in (130 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 33.1 in (840 mm).
What should I pack for Minneapolis in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 78°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Minneapolis
Routes in season in June
- Minnesota North Shore Jun – Oct
Planning Minneapolis in June?
Share this June plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.