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Minneapolis, MN Weather on August 26
Minneapolis hit 96°F on this date in 2003
August 26 in Minneapolis typically brings mild late-summer weather with average highs near 82°F, but the city has seen more dramatic swings across its 55-year temperature record. The record high of 96°F set in 2003 stands 14 degrees above the average, while the record low of 47°F in 1971 shows the potential for a 49-degree spread between extremes on this date.
What to Expect on August 26
Planning for August 26th in Minneapolis, MN? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest August 26 ever in Minneapolis?
The warmest August 26 in Minneapolis, MN reached 96°F in 2003. That is 14°F above the long-term average high of 82°F.
What was the coldest August 26 ever in Minneapolis?
The coldest August 26 in Minneapolis, MN dropped to 47°F in 1971. That is 15°F below the long-term average low of 62°F.
What is the average temperature on August 26 in Minneapolis?
On August 26, Minneapolis averages a high of 82°F and a low of 62°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from LOWER ST ANTHONY FALLS.
How many years of weather data are available for August 26 in Minneapolis?
We have 55 years of weather records for August 26 in Minneapolis, MN, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
August 26 Weather History in Minneapolis
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 69°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 85°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 86°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 78°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 82°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 88°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 75°F | 62°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 2018 | 78°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 71°F | 57°F | 1.56" | -- |
| 2016 | 72°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 72°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 79°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 94°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 88°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 80°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 77°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 77°F | 59°F | 1" | -- |
| 2008 | 82°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 82°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 80°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 80°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 78°F | 62°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 2003 | 96°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 85°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 82°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 84°F | 64°F | 1.58" | -- |
| 1999 | 92°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 90°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 90°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 81°F | 67°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 1995 | 87°F | 71°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 1994 | 83°F | 64°F | 0.67" | -- |
| 1993 | 92°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 69°F | 52°F | 0.45" | -- |
| 1991 | 93°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 89°F | 64°F | 0.34" | -- |
| 1989 | 78°F | 65°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1988 | 79°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 65°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 82°F | 61°F | 0.09" | -- |
| 1985 | 78°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 82°F | 63°F | 0.99" | -- |
| 1983 | 89°F | 69°F | 0.64" | -- |
| 1982 | 81°F | 56°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 1981 | 72°F | 63°F | 1.3" | -- |
| 1980 | 89°F | 57°F | 0.59" | -- |
| 1979 | 77°F | 56°F | 1.99" | -- |
| 1978 | 84°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 86°F | 64°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1976 | 90°F | 65°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1975 | 77°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 83°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 90°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 64°F | 59°F | 0.63" | -- |
| 1971 | 72°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: LOWER ST ANTHONY FALLS
How Has August 26 Changed?
The last decade has been 4.9°F cooler on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Minneapolis, MN, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.