Mackinac Island vs Minneapolis in October

Minneapolis is the better pick in October — 71 vs 62 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Minneapolis is cool, a little rain, clean air, while Mackinac Island is cool, rainy, clean air.

Mackinac Island vs MinneapolisOctober climate, side by side

Mackinac IslandMinneapolis
Comfort score62/100 (C)71/100 (B)
Feels-like high11°C11°C
Avg high / low14° / 7°14° / 6°
Rainfall112 mm72 mm
Rainy days138
Humidity76%67%
Air quality (AQI)3330

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Mackinac Island vs Minneapolis in October — FAQ

Is October better in Mackinac Island or Minneapolis?
Minneapolis is the better pick in October — 71 vs 62 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Minneapolis is cool, a little rain, clean air, while Mackinac Island is cool, rainy, clean air.
What is the weather like in Mackinac Island vs Minneapolis in October?
In October, Mackinac Island averages 14°C high / 7°C low with about 112 mm of rain; Minneapolis averages 14°C high / 6°C low with about 72 mm.