Minneapolis · October
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 57°F, low 42°F. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
57° / 42°F
Humidity
71%
Rain days
12/mo
Wind
12 mph
What October feels like in Minneapolis
Sunrise
07:30
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:26
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Minneapolis in October
The kit for October in Minneapolis: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-17° avg high
0 rain days
Minneapolis in September →
October
57°F avg high
12 rain days
Best: morning
vs November
+15° avg high
+1 rain days
Minneapolis in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Minneapolis in October?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Minneapolis in October?+
Average high 57°F, average low 42°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Minneapolis?+
Compared to September (avg high 73°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 42°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Minneapolis in October?+
Expect about 12 measurable rain days in October, on average.