October in Minnesota is cool: NOAA's 1991–2020 normals for Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport give an average high of 58.1°F, a low of 40.9°F and 2.58 inches of precipitation, while Duluth's normals are a 52.7°F high and a 35.6°F low. The first snow shows up (0.8 inches at Minneapolis, 2.7 at Duluth). This page is a dated monthly snapshot reviewed October 20, 2026, not live weather or a live events feed.
Minnesota this month
A dated monthly snapshot of Minnesota weather normals and verified event dates.
This month at a glance
| Topic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Minneapolis high / low | 58.1°F / 40.9°F (NOAA 1991–2020); 2.58 inches; 0.8 in snow |
| Duluth high / low | 52.7°F / 35.6°F; 2.91 inches; 2.7 in snow |
| Notes | Metro Transit All-Day Pass $4.00 |
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How this page is maintained
We update it monthly; last review October 20, 2026. Between reviews it may be out of date.
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Is this page updated daily?
No. It is a monthly snapshot.
Where do the numbers come from?
NOAA NCEI climate normals and the agencies; see sources below.
What should I wear in October?
NOAA's normals suggest cool days and cold nights; bring warm layers and a rain jacket.
Sources
Facts on this page were read from the sources below on October 20, 2026. Hours, fares, prices and event dates change — confirm with the source before you travel. How we research and update.
- U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport (USW00014922) — NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information
- Metro Transit - Fares — Metro Transit