Excelsior, Minnesota, United States of America: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Excelsior, Minnesota, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Excelsior, I have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Excelsior
- Important essentials for Excelsior
- Activities for Excelsior
- Excelsior in January: weather and what to pack
- Excelsior in February: weather and what to pack
- Excelsior in March: weather and what to pack
- Excelsior in April: weather and what to pack
- Excelsior in May: weather and what to pack
- Excelsior in June: weather and what to pack
- Excelsior in July: weather and what to pack
- Excelsior in August: weather and what to pack
- Excelsior in September: weather and what to pack
- Excelsior in October: weather and what to pack
- Excelsior in November: weather and what to pack
- Excelsior in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Excelsior, Minnesota, United States of America
Based on the climate and weather in Excelsior, the best time to go is June. See below for details.
Important essentials for Excelsior, Minnesota, United States of America
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Excelsior, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 ESSENTIALS
Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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Proof of COVID-19 vaccination/negative test
N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection possible.
Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly product.
Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can get worn. An unreadable vaccination card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
Other health necessities
Don't forget these
Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
For families with young children
Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. This one should be appropriate for most locations, but you should check with your hotel.
Airplane or car necessities
Photography accessories
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Excelsior. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
Activities for Excelsior, Minnesota, United States of America
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Excelsior.
What to wear/what to pack for Excelsior, Minnesota, United States of America by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January in Excelsior is unbearably cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Coveralls
We love:
Thermal undergarments
Our picks:
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Extreme cold weather gear
Heated gloves
Lip balm
Our pick: here
Night cap
It's a good idea to wear a head protector at night in this climate like this
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Neck gaiter/cold weather face mask
Insulated boots
The best value
Fleece for under jacket
Thick pajamas
Goggles for eye protection
Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
February
February here is beyond freezing. Temperatures average in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Lip balm
Our pick: this
Neck gaiter/ski mask
Night cap
It's suggested to wear a cap at night in this climate like this
Heated gloves
-
Extreme cold weather gear
Thermal undergarments
We suggest:
Coveralls
We pick:
Thick pajamas
Goggles for eye protection
Insulated boots
The best value
Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
Fleece for under jacket
March
March in Excelsior can be brisk. Temperatures average in the high 30s F (single digits C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
April
April in Excelsior is chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 30s F (single digits C), with a few days below 20 F (single digits below 0 C).
What to wear/what to pack:
May
May for Excelsior is mild. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
June
If you visit Excelsior during June, you will probably see that it is warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Short pants or heavy shorts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
Extra socks
Breathable footwear or sandals
Sunscreen lotion
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Light skirts
Sandals
Bug repellent
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
July
July in this region is hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Waterproof sandals
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
Skirts
Loose-fit shorts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
If you're going to the beach
August
August in Excelsior is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Sunscreen lotion
Breathable footwear or sandals
Sandals
Bug repellent
Light skirts
Extra socks
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
Short pants or heavy shorts
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
September
If you go to Excelsior in September, you will notice that it is mild. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
Short pants or heavy shorts
Extra socks
Breathable footwear or sandals
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Sunscreen lotion
Sandals
Bug repellent
Light skirts
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
October
October in Excelsior can be chilly. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
November
If you are traveling to Excelsior in November, you will notice that it is cold. Daytime temperatures are in the low 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
December
December here is unbearably cold. Temperatures average in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
Thermal undergarments
We love:
Very heavy heated socks
Like these
Scarf/neck warmer
Pajamas
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Fleece inner layer
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Heavy sweaters
Extreme cold weather gloves
Lip balm
The best option: here
Insulated ice boots
We use:
Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of the best choices:
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