Best time to visit Brainerd, MN
A month-by-month travel weather guide based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
The most comfortable travel window in Brainerd runs from May through September — 5 months of pleasant temperatures and modest rainfall.
Winter weather. Plan around weather; good for snow sports if applicable.
Daylight ≈ 8h 47m
Winter weather. Plan around weather; good for snow sports if applicable.
Daylight ≈ 10h 5m
Winter weather. Plan around weather; good for snow sports if applicable.
Daylight ≈ 11h 40m
Mild but on the chilly side. Pack a jacket; great for hiking and city walks.
Daylight ≈ 13h 20m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 14h 47m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 15h 32m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 15h 15m
Sweet spot — comfortable highs in the 65-80°F range, mild nights, low rain. Ideal for nearly any outdoor plan.
Daylight ≈ 13h 59m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 12h 19m
Mild but on the chilly side. Pack a jacket; great for hiking and city walks.
Daylight ≈ 10h 38m
Winter weather. Plan around weather; good for snow sports if applicable.
Daylight ≈ 9h 9m
Winter weather. Plan around weather; good for snow sports if applicable.
Daylight ≈ 8h 25m
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