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Minneapolis, MN Oct. 31–Nov. 1: Halloween Rain, Clocks Fall Back
Minneapolis, MN – Halloween trick or treaters across the Twin Cities and surrounding communities can leave the snow boots at home Saturday, October 31, but a light jacket and umbrella may still come i
By Owen Prescott · 2026-10-30T19:23:58.463Z
Minneapolis, MN – Halloween trick or treaters across the Twin Cities and surrounding communities can leave the snow boots at home Saturday, October 31, but a light jacket and umbrella may still come in handy as scattered rain chances accompany unusually mild late October temperatures.
According to the National Weather Service Twin Cities office, the latest Halloween forecast calls for afternoon and evening temperatures mainly in the 50s, with varying rain chances across central and southern Minnesota and western Wisconsin.
Halloween Evening Forecast for Minneapolis and St. Paul
In the Twin Cities, temperatures are expected to reach approximately 58 degrees during the afternoon before gradually cooling to 54 degrees by 7 p.m. and 53 degrees later in the evening.
Rain chances in the metro area are forecast near 35% during the afternoon, decreasing to approximately 15% by 7 p.m. and 10% by 9 p.m.
Farther northwest, Alexandria could experience higher rain chances, reaching 50% around 7 p.m. before falling sharply later in the evening.
St. Cloud will see temperatures in the lower to middle 50s, with rain chances generally between 20% and 45% during the afternoon and evening.
Mild Temperatures Across Southern Minnesota
Mankato could reach approximately 60 degrees Saturday afternoon, while Albert Lea may climb into the upper 50s.
Across western Wisconsin, Eau Claire is forecast to reach the middle 50s, with rain chances near 50% during the late afternoon before decreasing into the evening.
The National Weather Service does not anticipate snow for Halloween trick or treating in the forecast area.
Residents should also remember that daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. Sunday, November 1, when clocks move backward one hour.
Families planning outdoor Halloween activities should check local hourly forecasts before heading out, particularly where showers remain possible during the afternoon and early evening.
Updated forecasts are available at weather.gov/mpx.