🇺🇸 Los Angeles vs 🇺🇸 Minneapolis

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Los Angeles

clear sky

80°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 79°F

H 88°F / L 73°F

Humidity: 33%

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Minneapolis

overcast clouds

50°F

Overcast Clouds

Feels like 46°F

H 51°F / L 47°F

Humidity: 56%

Climate Overview

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Los Angeles

Mediterranean — warm dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine

Best monthsMarch, April, May, October, November
AvoidJanuary–February (rainy season), August (hot inland, gloomy coast)
Annual rain14 inches (356 mm)

Los Angeles has one of the most consistent climates on Earth. Coastal areas stay mild year-round; inland valleys can be dramatically hotter in summer and colder on winter nights. The infamous June Gloom socks coastal areas in marine layer fog May–July until midday.

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Minneapolis

Minneapolis is one of the coldest major US cities, with winter temperatures regularly below 0°F and abundant snowfall. The city is famous for its skyway system — 80 blocks of second-story enclosed walkways connecting downtown buildings — built to allow movement without facing the brutal winters. Summers are surprisingly warm and humid but mercifully short.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇺🇸 Los Angeles🇺🇸 Minneapolis
Spring

60–74°F

March–May

Summer

68–88°F

June–September

Fall

62–79°F

October–November

Winter

55–68°F

December–February

Los Angeles vs Minneapolis: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Los Angeles or Minneapolis have better weather?

Los Angeles and Minneapolis have very different climates. Mediterranean — warm dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine Minneapolis: Minneapolis is one of the coldest major US cities, with winter temperatures regularly below 0°F and . The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Los Angeles vs Minneapolis?

Best time for Los Angeles: March, April, May, October, November. Best time for Minneapolis: spring and fall.

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