Hastings, MN Weather + On This Date: Monday, September 21, 2026
Original photo by Ashley Media
Monday has a sweatshirt-and-coffee feel in Hastings: mostly cloudy skies, a high near 61°F and a light breeze. It’s a cool start to the week, with little rain expected and an even cooler night ahead.
Today’s Weather in Hastings
At a glance
High / Low: Near 61°F today; around 43°F Monday night.
Sky: Mostly cloudy today, becoming partly cloudy tonight.
Rain: Low chances—8% during the day and 6% overnight.
Wind: East-northeast around 5 mph today; 0–5 mph tonight.
Alerts: No active NWS alerts for the Hastings point when checked Sunday evening, September 20.
The morning starts chilly. The National Weather Service hourly forecast puts temperatures in the upper 40s around the early commute, reaching the low 50s later in the morning. A sweatshirt or light jacket should earn its place at the bus stop or on the walk into work.
The afternoon brings a gradual warmup toward 61°F. Clouds remain the main feature, although the hourly outlook allows for some brighter breaks. For downtown errands or a walk through Levee Park, the light breeze and low rain chances make outdoor time look manageable with a layer.
Monday night turns partly cloudy, with temperatures falling toward 43°F. That is the low for the night leading into Tuesday morning. Anyone staying outside after dinner will probably appreciate something warmer than their afternoon outfit.
What to wear or plan
A removable outer layer makes sense for the change from morning chill to afternoon errands.
Long pants and comfortable walking shoes fit the day better than summer clothes.
An extra sweatshirt will be useful for evening practices, patio time or a riverfront stroll.
Weather Joke of the Day
Why did the sweatshirt get invited to Levee Park? At 61 degrees, it was the only one who had everyone covered.
Weather + On This Day infographic by HastingsNow.com
On This Date: A Little Time Capsule
1940 — A Future Gophers Trailblazer Is Born
Sandy Stephens was born on September 21, 1940, and went on to become a landmark figure in Minnesota football. The Golden Gophers quarterback helped lead Minnesota to a national championship and became college football’s first African American quarterback to earn first-team All-America honors. His story connects a familiar fall tradition with a lasting breakthrough in who could lead the team.
Source: National Football Foundation — Sandy Stephens, College Football Hall of Fame
1981 — Belize Becomes Independent
On September 21, 1981, Belize achieved full independence from the United Kingdom after negotiations involving Britain and Guatemala. Previously called British Honduras, it had adopted the name Belize in 1973. Today marks 45 years since that independence milestone—a reminder that a country’s name, government and place in the world can change within living memory.
Source: U.S. Department of State, Office of the Historian — Belize
1937 — The Hobbit Begins Its Adventure
J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit was published on September 21, 1937, introducing readers to Bilbo Baggins and an unexpected journey. One charming detail: publisher Stanley Unwin had asked his ten-year-old son, Rayner, to review the manuscript, and the boy’s enthusiasm helped secure publication. Behind a much-loved book was a young reader who thought it deserved a chance.
How we know
Weather sources
National Weather Service — Hastings point forecast — Accessed September 20, 2026, at 6:57 p.m. CT.
National Weather Service — Hastings hourly forecast — Accessed September 20, 2026, at 6:57 p.m. CT.
National Weather Service — Active alerts for Hastings — Accessed September 20, 2026, at 6:57 p.m. CT.
History sources
National Football Foundation — Sandy Stephens — Accessed September 20, 2026, at 6:58 p.m. CT.
U.S. Department of State, Office of the Historian — Belize — Accessed September 20, 2026, at 6:58 p.m. CT.
The Tolkien Estate — John D. Rateliff, “The Hobbit” — Accessed September 20, 2026, at 6:57 p.m. CT.
Weather can change quickly, especially with summer storms, so readers should check official alerts and radar before heading out.
Make a little time to enjoy Hastings outdoors today—with a comfortable extra layer.
