An original HastingsNow.com photo of the Hastings Bridge anchors this AI-assisted illustration of three November 6th moments. The historical scenes are artistic interpretations.
Friday brings Hastings a little sunshine with a firm reminder that it is November: a high near 43°F and a chilly start. Light winds and a dry forecast make the afternoon a comfortable choice for errands or a bundled-up river walk.
Today’s Weather in Hastings
At a glance
High / Low: Near 43°F Friday; around 32°F Friday night.
Sky: Mostly sunny during the day; mostly cloudy overnight.
Precipitation: 0% daytime chance in the latest NWS forecast.
Wind: Northwest at 0–5 mph; west at 0–5 mph Friday night.
The morning starts near 33°F, with temperatures climbing through the 30s toward late morning. That makes the trip to school or the first round of errands the part of the day when a warm coat will feel especially useful.
Afternoon temperatures reach the low 40s under mostly sunny skies. With only a light northwest breeze, this looks like a reasonable window for leaf cleanup, downtown stops or a short outing near the Mississippi River. Sunshine helps the mood, but it is still jacket weather.
Friday night turns mostly cloudy, with temperatures settling toward 32°F and light west winds. Anyone heading out for dinner or spending time outside afterward will want an extra layer for the trip home. The overnight low is near freezing, without snow or ice forecast in this update.
What to wear or plan
A warm jacket over a sweater suits the chilly morning and cool afternoon.
Light gloves may make the school walk or outdoor chores more comfortable.
The afternoon offers the warmest conditions for a longer stretch outside.
Weather Joke of the Day
Why did the jacket get invited on the walk through downtown Hastings? At 43 degrees, everyone agreed it was a great plus-one.
Weather + On This Date by HastingsNow.com
On This Date: A Little Time Capsule
1906 — Minnesota Gives Governor Johnson a Second Term
On November 6, 1906, Minnesotans reelected Governor John Albert Johnson, making him the first Democrat to win a second term in that office. The Minnesota Historical Election Archive records 168,480 votes for Johnson—60.93% of the total—a decisive result in a four-candidate race, exactly 120 years before today’s edition.
Source: University of Minnesota — Governor, 1906 Election
1869 — College Football Gets Its First Game
On November 6, 1869, Rutgers defeated Princeton 6–4 in New Brunswick, New Jersey, in the first intercollegiate football game. Each team fielded 25 players, and the game looked more like soccer than the football fans recognize today. Afterward, the teams shared supper and singing—a friendly finish to a sporting first.
Source: Rutgers University — The Birthplace of College Football
1814 — A Birthday With a Lasting Sound
Adolphe Sax was born in Belgium on November 6, 1814. He would invent several musical instruments, but the saxophone made his name familiar around the world. His birthday became an occasion to celebrate the instrument and its players, including jazz innovators whose music carried his invention in entirely new directions.
Source: University of Illinois Press — Happy Saxophone Day: Celebrate With the Re-inventor
How we know
Weather sources
National Weather Service — Hastings Point Forecast — Accessed November 5, 2026, at 5:17 p.m. CT.
National Weather Service — Hastings Hourly Forecast — Accessed November 5, 2026, at 5:17 p.m. CT.
National Weather Service — Active Alerts for Hastings — Accessed November 5, 2026, at 5:17 p.m. CT.
History sources
University of Minnesota — Governor, 1906 Election — Accessed November 5, 2026, at 5:18 p.m. CT.
Rutgers University — The Birthplace of College Football — Accessed November 5, 2026, at 5:18 p.m. CT.
University of Illinois Press — Happy Saxophone Day: Celebrate With the Re-inventor — Accessed November 5, 2026, at 5:17 p.m. CT.
Weather can change quickly, especially with summer storms, so readers should check official alerts and radar before heading out.
Bundle up and make a little time to enjoy Hastings outdoors this afternoon.
