What is the long range weather forecast for Minneapolis, MN?

The Old Farmer's Almanac provides a 60-day extended weather forecast for Minneapolis, MN. This includes temperature trends, precipitation predictions, and seasonal weather patterns based on our traditional forecasting methods combined with modern meteorological science.

How accurate is the Almanac long range weather forecast?

The Old Farmer's Almanac claims an 80% accuracy rate for its long range forecasts. Our forecasting method uses a secret formula that considers sunspot activity, tidal action, and other factors along with current meteorological conditions.

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Long-Range Weather Forecast for Minneapolis, MN

Location Minneapolis, MN

60-Day Weather Forecast

November 2026 Long Range Weather Forecast for Upper Midwest
Dates	Weather Conditions
Nov 1-10	Sunny; warm, then turning cool
Nov 11-18	Isolated rain showers; mild, then warm
Nov 19-30	Flurries and snow showers, chilly
November	temperature 35° (5° above avg.) precipitation 1.5" (0.5" below avg.)

December 2026 Long Range Weather Forecast for Upper Midwest
Dates	Weather Conditions
Dec 1-5	Rainy, then sunny; mild
Dec 6-11	Snow showers east, sunny west; cold
Dec 12-19	Snow showers; mild, then cold
Dec 20-26	Rain showers, turning mild
Dec 27-31	Sunny, then snow; chilly
December	temperature 20° (1° above avg.) precipitation 1.5" (0.5" above avg.)

Map showing Old Farmer's Almanac long range weather region number 9

12-Month Long-Range Weather Outlook

November 2026 to October 2027

Winter will be warmer than normal, with precipitation above normal in the east and below west. The coldest period will be in mid- to late January. Snowfall will be near to below normal, with the snowiest periods in early and late January, late February, and early March. April and May will be warmer than normal, with below-normal precipitation. Summer will be cooler and drier than normal. The hottest period will be in mid-July. September and October will be warmer than normal, with slightly below-normal rainfall.

See the complete 12-month weather forecast in The Old Farmer’s Almanac..

Weather Trend Graph

November 2026 to October 2027