Hastings, MN Weather + On This Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
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Saturday is lining up as one of the easier late-summer days to plan around in Hastings: sunny, dry and seasonable, with a high near 80°F. A northwest breeze may become more noticeable during the afternoon before a clear and comfortably cool night.
Today’s Weather in Hastings
At a glance
High / Low: Around 80°F during the day, then the low 50s Saturday night
Conditions: Sunny during the day and clear overnight
Precipitation: Dry, with no precipitation expected
Wind: Northwest around 8–13 mph
Saturday morning should begin bright and comfortable, with plenty of sunshine and temperatures climbing steadily through the morning. It should be an easy start for errands, a farmers market stop, a river walk or other outdoor plans.
By afternoon, temperatures should reach the upper 70s to around 80°F. Northwest winds will be a little more noticeable, and the broader NWS Twin Cities forecast indicates some afternoon gustiness is possible.
Saturday evening looks especially pleasant around Hastings. Skies remain clear while winds ease, and temperatures eventually fall into the 50–55°F range overnight—a cooler finish than many recent August nights.
What to wear or plan
Sunglasses and sunscreen will be useful with abundant sunshine.
Comfortable summer clothes should work well through the afternoon.
Keep lightweight items secure if you are picnicking or spending time outside during the breezier afternoon.
A light sweatshirt or jacket may feel good later in the evening as temperatures cool.
Weather Joke of the Day
Saturday looks so nice that the Hastings bridge asked for the day off. Its reason: “I’d like to spend some time by the river.”
AI infographic by HastingsNow.com
On This Date: A Little Time Capsule
1862 — Fighting Continues at Fort Ridgely
On August 22, 1862, the Battle of Fort Ridgely continued during the U.S.-Dakota War. The Minnesota Historical Society says a substantially larger Dakota force returned after the first confrontation two days earlier and heavily outnumbered those defending the fort, but the post held after hours of fighting. It remains a difficult and important chapter in Minnesota history.
Source: Minnesota Historical Society — Attack on Fort Ridgely
1864 — The First Geneva Convention Is Adopted
On August 22, 1864, representatives in Geneva adopted the first Geneva Convention, establishing protections for wounded and sick members of armed forces in the field. The International Committee of the Red Cross notes that twelve states signed the treaty, helping establish principles of humanitarian protection that would become foundational to modern international humanitarian law.
Source: International Committee of the Red Cross — Historical Timeline: ICRC and the Geneva Conventions
1989 — Nolan Ryan Reaches 5,000 Strikeouts
On August 22, 1989, Texas Rangers pitcher Nolan Ryan struck out Oakland’s Rickey Henderson to record the 5,000th strikeout of his Major League career. Ryan was the first pitcher to reach the milestone and eventually finished with 5,714 career strikeouts, a total that remains one of baseball’s most remarkable pitching records.
Source: Major League Baseball — The Top 10 Moments of Nolan Ryan’s Career
How we know
Weather sources
National Weather Service Twin Cities — Area Forecast Discussion — Accessed August 21, 2026, at 7:56 PM CT.
National Weather Service Twin Cities — Fire Weather Planning Forecast for Dakota, Rice and Goodhue Counties — Accessed August 21, 2026, at 7:56 PM CT.
National Weather Service Twin Cities — Hazardous Weather Outlook — Accessed August 21, 2026, at 7:56 PM CT.
History sources
Minnesota Historical Society — Attack on Fort Ridgely — Accessed August 21, 2026, at 7:56 PM CT.
International Committee of the Red Cross — Historical Timeline: ICRC and the Geneva Conventions — Accessed August 21, 2026, at 7:56 PM CT.
Major League Baseball — The Top 10 Moments of Nolan Ryan’s Career — Accessed August 21, 2026, at 7:56 PM 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.
