July is the strongest historical month for a wedding in Minneapolis, with long daylight and the city at its most usable for outdoor ceremonies, rooftop drinks and lakefront photos. The trade-off is that July also brings warmer afternoons and the busiest stretch for parks, hotels and popular venues, so shade, hydration and a firm indoor backup matter. For couples who want a bright, celebratory feel, it is the clearest summer choice—but not the easiest month to secure at short notice.
This report uses historical weather from 2016-2025, so it is best treated as a planning signal rather than a promise of conditions in 2026-2028. In Minneapolis, weather alone is only part of the decision: venue lead times, Midwest holiday travel, baseball traffic, and the popularity of lake and park settings can all matter as much as sunshine. The strongest month still needs to fit your guest list, budget and logistics.
July ranks highest in the Minneapolis data, with an average daily sunshine figure of 12.16 hours and a warm average daily maximum of 28.49 c. That combination suits ceremonies in gardens, on terraces or near the lakes, where long evenings help with dinner, dancing and photographs. It is also the month when heat, humidity and high demand for preferred Saturdays can become the real challenge. If you choose July, book weatherproof space and guest transport early, especially if your venue depends on outdoor movement between locations.
The strongest historical wedding date is 08 June, which combines 13.54 sunshine hours, only 1.7 precipitation hours and a maximum temperature of 27.27 c. It is a strong signal for couples who want early-summer light without the more congested feel of peak July. Among the best Saturdays for planning years, 06 June 2026 and 05 June 2027 also stand out, while 08 July 2028 is sunnier but a little less comfortable for heat-sensitive guests. These are historical clues, not guarantees, so it is wise to treat them as starting points rather than fixed forecasts.
For Minneapolis, always check for venue clashes, lakefront events, graduation season and any downtown traffic disruptions before committing. A strong weather date can still underperform if hotel stock is tight or your ceremony sits near a busy park, sports venue or festival corridor. Hold a backup indoor option and confirm your final date only after comparing travel costs, room availability and your preferred ceremony time.
Keep reading to view the best day to get married, hours of rain per day and average high temperature per day in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States for every month in 2026, 2027 and 2028:
Weather history is most useful when combined with the realities of planning a celebration here. These checks can help turn the report into a date that works for you and your guests.
In Minneapolis, the best outdoor plan is usually one with an excellent indoor alternative. Ask whether the ceremony, cocktail hour and reception can all be moved under cover without altering the guest journey too much. That flexibility matters more here than in milder cities.
A waterfront or park venue may be gorgeous, but it can be harder to reach during summer weekends and event periods. Downtown locations may be easier for hotels and rideshares, while lakeside sites need clearer timing for parking, loading and guest arrival.
The long summer days can save a wedding schedule, but autumn and winter weddings need more careful timing for portraits and ceremony light. Build your order of events around the season, not just the traditional timetable, so you are not racing sunset or cold.
June through August is the most competitive stretch for accommodation in Minneapolis, especially for couples with out-of-town guests. A room block, nearby parking guidance and simple transport instructions will reduce stress far more than a last-minute hotel search.
July currently ranks highest in Dropory's historical analysis for Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Use the result alongside venue availability, guest travel and your preferred wedding style.
08 June currently has the strongest historical weather result in this report. Past patterns cannot guarantee future conditions, so keep a suitable indoor or covered option available.
Dropory compares daily sunshine, precipitation and temperature history to rank months, dates and Saturdays, then combines those signals with practical local planning guidance.
For most couples, summer is the easier season because daylight is long and the city’s parks, rooftops and lake settings are at their most usable. Winter can still be beautiful, but it demands a venue that handles snow, coats and transport well. The historical data strongly favours July for light, while January and December are much more demanding.
June is a very good compromise, with long days, warm temperatures and enough light for a relaxed photo schedule. July has the most sunshine overall, but it is also hotter and busier. If you want a softer balance between comfort and brightness, early June is often the more practical choice.
For the strongest spring and summer Saturdays, it is wise to secure the venue well in advance and then confirm accommodation, transport and any backup space. Popular months such as May, June and July can book quickly because they combine better weather with high demand from other events, travel and local celebrations.
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Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Top date in January, 2027:
29 January
Top dates with the most sunshine
29 January
- 7.6 median hours of sunny weather
31 January
- 7 median hours of sunny weather
19 January
- 6.2 median hours of sunny weather
27 January
- 6.1 median hours of sunny weather
05 January
- 6.1 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in January 2027
09 January
- 5 median hours of sunny weather
16 January
- 5 median hours of sunny weather
30 January
- 4.9 median hours of sunny weather
02 January
- 4.3 median hours of sunny weather
23 January
- 2.9 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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January is a true winter wedding month in Minneapolis, with an average daily maximum temperature of -4.4 c and only 5.1 sunshine hours, so the appeal is less about the weather itself than the atmosphere it creates. Snow can make the city look beautifully crisp, but it also raises transport risks, coat-check needs and the chance of guests arriving cold or delayed. Indoor venues do very well here, especially hotels, museums and banquet spaces with connected parking. If you want January, build in extra time for arrivals and choose a venue that keeps everyone under one roof.
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Top date in February, 2027:
26 February
Top dates with the most sunshine
26 February
- 8.9 median hours of sunny weather
25 February
- 8.6 median hours of sunny weather
27 February
- 8.4 median hours of sunny weather
28 February
- 8.2 median hours of sunny weather
01 February
- 8 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in February 2027
27 February
- 8.4 median hours of sunny weather
13 February
- 7.4 median hours of sunny weather
06 February
- 7.1 median hours of sunny weather
20 February
- 6.3 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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February remains cold in Minneapolis, averaging -2.37 c for the daily maximum, though sunshine improves to 7.12 hours and conditions can feel brighter than January. That said, mixed snow and thaw cycles can make sidewalks slippery and create awkward transitions between ceremony, portraits and reception. It can be a smart month for couples wanting lower competition and a cosy guest experience, particularly if you are leaning into candlelight, a city-hotel setting or a tight indoor schedule. Confirm parking, door-to-door access and snow-clearing arrangements well in advance.
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Top date in March, 2027:
07 March
Top dates with the most sunshine
07 March
- 9.8 median hours of sunny weather
17 March
- 9.3 median hours of sunny weather
03 March
- 9.2 median hours of sunny weather
21 March
- 9.2 median hours of sunny weather
02 March
- 8.9 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in March 2027
13 March
- 8.7 median hours of sunny weather
20 March
- 8.4 median hours of sunny weather
27 March
- 7.4 median hours of sunny weather
06 March
- 7 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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March in Minneapolis is a transitional month, and that uncertainty matters for weddings. The average daily maximum rises to 6.11 c, but precipitation hours increase to 3.25, so you may get a usable spring feeling one day and slush the next. Sunshine improves to 7.69 hours, which can help with photos, yet outdoor plans still need a solid fallback. This is a sensible month for couples who want off-peak pricing and do not mind an adaptable timeline. Ask venues how they handle muddy entrances, wet coats and last-minute room changes.
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Top date in April, 2027:
01 April
Top dates with the most sunshine
01 April
- 10.4 median hours of sunny weather
16 April
- 10.3 median hours of sunny weather
23 April
- 9.9 median hours of sunny weather
08 April
- 9 median hours of sunny weather
17 April
- 9 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in April 2027
17 April
- 9 median hours of sunny weather
10 April
- 8.6 median hours of sunny weather
24 April
- 8.5 median hours of sunny weather
03 April
- 5.4 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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April brings more daylight to Minneapolis, with 7.98 sunshine hours on average, but it is also one of the wetter planning months at 4.41 precipitation hours. The city can feel genuinely spring-like at times, with parks and riverside areas starting to open up again, yet a wedding here still needs umbrellas, covered arrivals and careful shoe choice. Temperatures average 11.87 c at the daily maximum, which is comfortable enough for photos if the wind behaves. Because April can swing between lovely and damp, choose a venue that does not rely on lengthy outdoor transfers.
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Top date in May, 2027:
07 May
Top dates with the most sunshine
07 May
- 13.4 median hours of sunny weather
04 May
- 12.8 median hours of sunny weather
15 May
- 12.7 median hours of sunny weather
31 May
- 12.6 median hours of sunny weather
06 May
- 11.9 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in May 2027
15 May
- 12.7 median hours of sunny weather
29 May
- 10.8 median hours of sunny weather
22 May
- 8.8 median hours of sunny weather
08 May
- 8.7 median hours of sunny weather
01 May
- 7.2 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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May is one of the most appealing shoulder months for a wedding in Minneapolis, with 10.18 sunshine hours and a pleasantly mild average daily maximum of 20.53 c. The strongest historical date, 07 May, reached 13.44 sunshine hours with no recorded precipitation hours, which shows why this month can feel so promising. It is also the point when gardens and lakefront settings begin to look their best. The main caution is competition: spring dates book fast, especially weekends. If May is your target, secure the venue first and check how it handles rain protection and guest arrival flow.
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Top date in June, 2027:
08 June
Top dates with the most sunshine
08 June
- 13.5 median hours of sunny weather
06 June
- 13.2 median hours of sunny weather
05 June
- 12.9 median hours of sunny weather
07 June
- 12.6 median hours of sunny weather
17 June
- 12.5 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in June 2027
05 June
- 12.9 median hours of sunny weather
12 June
- 12 median hours of sunny weather
19 June
- 11.8 median hours of sunny weather
26 June
- 10.2 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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June offers a very balanced wedding climate in Minneapolis, with 11.69 sunshine hours and a warm average daily maximum of 26.89 c. It is a strong choice for outdoor ceremonies because the city has long evenings and enough heat to feel summery without the peak intensity of later July. The strongest historical date, 08 June, reinforces that pattern, but June still sits close to graduation season and the start of heavier summer travel. For that reason, couples should lock in accommodation early and think carefully about where guests will park, wait and cool off between events.
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Top date in July, 2027:
08 July
Top dates with the most sunshine
08 July
- 13.5 median hours of sunny weather
29 July
- 13.4 median hours of sunny weather
02 July
- 13.3 median hours of sunny weather
18 July
- 13.2 median hours of sunny weather
16 July
- 13.2 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in July 2027
31 July
- 12.8 median hours of sunny weather
24 July
- 12.5 median hours of sunny weather
03 July
- 12.1 median hours of sunny weather
17 July
- 11.8 median hours of sunny weather
10 July
- 11.6 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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July is the clearest summer month in Minneapolis, and the historical data reflects that with 12.16 sunshine hours on average, the highest of the year. The average daily maximum reaches 28.49 c, so it is a good month for lively outdoor celebrations but not one to plan casually. Lake views, garden receptions and rooftop cocktails all make sense here, yet heat management becomes part of the design: shade, water stations, lighter timing for photos and a comfortable indoor retreat are essential. Because July is also prime holiday and vacation season, hotel room blocks and transport should be booked early.
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Top date in August, 2027:
22 August
Top dates with the most sunshine
22 August
- 12.4 median hours of sunny weather
01 August
- 12.3 median hours of sunny weather
02 August
- 12.1 median hours of sunny weather
15 August
- 11.9 median hours of sunny weather
30 August
- 11.6 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in August 2027
21 August
- 11.2 median hours of sunny weather
14 August
- 10 median hours of sunny weather
07 August
- 9.7 median hours of sunny weather
28 August
- 9.1 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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26
77 °F
8.2 h
4.5 h
27
79 °F
9.4 h
5.4 h
28
79 °F
9.1 h
5.1 h
29
77 °F
11.4 h
1.6 h
30
78 °F
11.6 h
1.6 h
31
78 °F
10.8 h
1.7 h
August keeps much of July’s summer feel in Minneapolis, with 10.56 sunshine hours and an average daily maximum of 26.87 c. It is still warm enough for outdoor vows and reception drinks, but the light begins to soften and the city can feel a little less frenetic than peak midsummer. The strongest historical date, 22 August, had 12.43 sunshine hours and only 0.4 precipitation hours, which is encouraging for couples wanting a late-summer celebration. The practical challenge is that August dates can overlap with end-of-summer travel and lake activity, so keep your guest logistics simple and your indoor backup ready.
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Top date in September, 2027:
01 September
Top dates with the most sunshine
01 September
- 11.1 median hours of sunny weather
14 September
- 11 median hours of sunny weather
04 September
- 10.4 median hours of sunny weather
10 September
- 10.2 median hours of sunny weather
08 September
- 10 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in September 2027
04 September
- 10.4 median hours of sunny weather
11 September
- 9.4 median hours of sunny weather
18 September
- 8.2 median hours of sunny weather
25 September
- 7.1 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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79 °F
11.1 h
0.6 h
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79 °F
9.9 h
2.7 h
03
77 °F
9.9 h
2.9 h
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75 °F
10.4 h
3.6 h
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76 °F
9.6 h
2.4 h
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74 °F
9.7 h
2.1 h
07
70 °F
8.3 h
3.2 h
08
70 °F
10 h
1.4 h
09
72 °F
8.1 h
3.6 h
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74 °F
10.2 h
1 h
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75 °F
9.4 h
2.2 h
12
76 °F
8.9 h
3.8 h
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75 °F
9.9 h
1.2 h
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78 °F
11 h
1 h
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81 °F
9.4 h
3 h
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79 °F
9.4 h
3.2 h
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76 °F
9.8 h
2.3 h
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75 °F
8.2 h
3.3 h
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78 °F
9.2 h
2 h
20
78 °F
8.1 h
7 h
21
74 °F
9.2 h
3.7 h
22
73 °F
9.1 h
3.6 h
23
73 °F
8.9 h
3.8 h
24
74 °F
8.5 h
3.8 h
25
68 °F
7.1 h
5.1 h
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69 °F
8.1 h
2.5 h
27
67 °F
8.7 h
2.2 h
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67 °F
9.2 h
0.6 h
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68 °F
7.5 h
2.6 h
30
74 °F
9.7 h
2.5 h
September is often a sweet spot for Minneapolis weddings, with 9.21 sunshine hours and a comfortable 23.43 c average daily maximum. The air is usually easier on formalwear than midsummer, and outdoor photos benefit from softer light and less obvious heat. Early September can still feel busy because of long weekends, the last wave of summer travel and the start of autumn routines, so date choice and hotel pricing need checking. If you want a more relaxed guest experience, this month rewards venues with flexible indoor-outdoor flow and simple access from parking or rideshares.
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Top date in October, 2027:
18 October
Top dates with the most sunshine
18 October
- 9.2 median hours of sunny weather
09 October
- 8.7 median hours of sunny weather
04 October
- 8.3 median hours of sunny weather
17 October
- 8.2 median hours of sunny weather
08 October
- 8.2 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in October 2027
09 October
- 8.7 median hours of sunny weather
23 October
- 7.9 median hours of sunny weather
02 October
- 7.3 median hours of sunny weather
30 October
- 7.1 median hours of sunny weather
16 October
- 7.1 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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70 °F
5.8 h
4.4 h
02
67 °F
7.3 h
4.1 h
03
71 °F
8 h
3.6 h
04
65 °F
8.3 h
2 h
05
67 °F
7.1 h
4.3 h
06
65 °F
7.3 h
3.1 h
07
59 °F
6.8 h
3.1 h
08
63 °F
8.2 h
3.1 h
09
64 °F
8.7 h
3.8 h
10
64 °F
8.2 h
4.7 h
11
64 °F
7.7 h
1.4 h
12
58 °F
6.3 h
3.9 h
13
56 °F
6.4 h
5.9 h
14
54 °F
7 h
4.5 h
15
53 °F
6.6 h
3.4 h
16
54 °F
7.1 h
1.3 h
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58 °F
8.2 h
2.3 h
18
61 °F
9.2 h
0.6 h
19
59 °F
8.1 h
2 h
20
58 °F
7.2 h
2.8 h
21
58 °F
6 h
4.1 h
22
57 °F
6.1 h
3.5 h
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56 °F
7.9 h
1.6 h
24
51 °F
6.5 h
2.3 h
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52 °F
5.7 h
2.7 h
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51 °F
4.7 h
4.5 h
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50 °F
3.9 h
4.1 h
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51 °F
6.1 h
3.8 h
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50 °F
5.7 h
2.1 h
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51 °F
7.1 h
1.4 h
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50 °F
6.5 h
1.3 h
October gives Minneapolis a distinctly autumnal wedding setting, with 6.96 sunshine hours and an average daily maximum of 14.59 c. The cooler temperature can be lovely for formal attire and candlelit receptions, but daylight becomes precious, so ceremony timing matters more than in summer. The strongest historical date, 18 October, reached 9.18 sunshine hours with modest precipitation hours, showing that a bright autumn day is possible even as the season turns. This is a good month for couples who want fall colours and a calmer calendar, though it is wise to keep portraits and guest transfers efficient.
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Top date in November, 2027:
02 November
Top dates with the most sunshine
02 November
- 7 median hours of sunny weather
12 November
- 7 median hours of sunny weather
28 November
- 6.2 median hours of sunny weather
03 November
- 6.2 median hours of sunny weather
13 November
- 6 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in November 2027
13 November
- 6 median hours of sunny weather
06 November
- 6 median hours of sunny weather
27 November
- 5.8 median hours of sunny weather
20 November
- 4.4 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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46 °F
5.5 h
5.2 h
02
49 °F
7 h
0.7 h
03
52 °F
6.2 h
3 h
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50 °F
5.3 h
3.7 h
05
52 °F
5.1 h
2.8 h
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51 °F
6 h
3.5 h
07
47 °F
5.7 h
1 h
08
48 °F
5.7 h
2.5 h
09
48 °F
5.6 h
5.3 h
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41 °F
2.9 h
5.9 h
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38 °F
4.1 h
3.7 h
12
39 °F
7 h
1.9 h
13
40 °F
6 h
1.5 h
14
44 °F
4.2 h
4.6 h
15
46 °F
4.8 h
3.7 h
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47 °F
5.8 h
2 h
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40 °F
5.1 h
3.4 h
18
40 °F
5.4 h
2 h
19
41 °F
5.8 h
2.2 h
20
41 °F
4.4 h
2.5 h
21
38 °F
4.5 h
2.8 h
22
37 °F
5.6 h
2.6 h
23
42 °F
6 h
2.5 h
24
42 °F
4.7 h
2.1 h
25
38 °F
4.2 h
0.7 h
26
39 °F
5.1 h
2.6 h
27
35 °F
5.8 h
2.8 h
28
36 °F
6.2 h
3.1 h
29
35 °F
4.3 h
3.7 h
30
32 °F
5.4 h
6.1 h
November in Minneapolis is firmly into colder, darker territory, with just 5.31 sunshine hours and a 5.83 c average daily maximum. That makes the month better suited to elegant indoor weddings than to anything relying on outdoor comfort. The advantage is atmosphere: city hotels, historic rooms and intimate restaurants can feel especially inviting when the weather turns. Yet November can also bring early winter conditions and more challenging travel for out-of-town guests. If you choose it, focus on venues with strong heating, easy arrival routes and a plan for coats, umbrellas and late-afternoon darkness.
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Top date in December, 2027:
14 December
Top dates with the most sunshine
14 December
- 6.2 median hours of sunny weather
22 December
- 5.9 median hours of sunny weather
06 December
- 5.9 median hours of sunny weather
18 December
- 5.5 median hours of sunny weather
03 December
- 5.3 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in December 2027
18 December
- 5.5 median hours of sunny weather
11 December
- 4.5 median hours of sunny weather
04 December
- 3.4 median hours of sunny weather
25 December
- 2.8 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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34 °F
4.6 h
3.9 h
02
34 °F
5.2 h
1.7 h
03
32 °F
5.3 h
1.2 h
04
35 °F
3.4 h
3.6 h
05
32 °F
4.3 h
2.4 h
06
29 °F
5.9 h
1.9 h
07
27 °F
4.5 h
2 h
08
32 °F
5.1 h
0.5 h
09
32 °F
4.1 h
3.5 h
10
28 °F
4.3 h
3.8 h
11
28 °F
4.5 h
4.1 h
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26 °F
4.2 h
1.7 h
13
25 °F
3.6 h
2.3 h
14
24 °F
6.2 h
1.6 h
15
28 °F
4.2 h
5.6 h
16
31 °F
4.7 h
5 h
17
29 °F
3.8 h
1.9 h
18
26 °F
5.5 h
1.2 h
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30 °F
4.7 h
2.8 h
20
28 °F
4.5 h
3.3 h
21
28 °F
4.5 h
2.9 h
22
28 °F
5.9 h
1.4 h
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31 °F
4.4 h
2.7 h
24
29 °F
4.6 h
1.9 h
25
27 °F
2.8 h
4.3 h
26
29 °F
3.3 h
3.2 h
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28 °F
4.1 h
4.5 h
28
31 °F
2.5 h
6.8 h
29
27 °F
3.5 h
6 h
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25 °F
3.8 h
3.4 h
31
24 °F
4 h
3.6 h
December is the least forgiving month for outdoor weddings in Minneapolis, with only 4.38 sunshine hours and an average daily maximum of -1.67 c. Snow, ice and short days can complicate photography and guest movement, but they also create a strong case for a winter city wedding with one central indoor venue. The strongest historical date, 14 December, shows that even a good day still needs careful handling, with limited sunshine and cold conditions. Book heating, coat storage and transport with winter weather in mind, and avoid assuming guests will be happy to walk far between locations.