Hastings, MN Weather + On This Date: Saturday, May 9th
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Saturday starts a little gray around Hastings, but it does not plan to stay moody all day. Think “bring a jacket, watch the morning sprinkle window, then enjoy the clearing sky” — a good day for downtown errands, a Levee Park walk, or a quick Mississippi River check-in before the evening chill settles in.
Today’s Weather in Hastings
At a glance
High / Low: High near 63°F; Saturday night low around 37°F
Precipitation:30% chance of showers before 8 a.m.
Wind: Northwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph
Alerts / hazards: No Saturday alert provided; Sunday night into Monday includes a frost mention in the outlook
Saturday in Hastings starts cloudy with a small early shower chance, especially before breakfast. By mid-morning, the clouds should begin giving way to gradual clearing, though the northwest wind will keep things feeling brisk at times. The evening looks mostly clear and chilly, so do not let the afternoon improvement trick you into leaving every jacket at home.
What to wear / what to plan
A light jacket or hoodie is a good call.
Secure hats, napkins, receipts, and anything else the wind may attempt to “borrow.”
Morning plans may need a quick rain backup.
If you are out late, expect it to feel much cooler after sunset.
Weather Joke of the Day
With gusts near 25 mph, Levee Park may be the only place in town where your hat gets more steps than you do.
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On This Date: A Little Time Capsule
1976 — Minnesota soccer fans showed up big. The Minnesota Kicks played their first home game at Metropolitan Stadium in Bloomington on May 9, drawing an estimated 20,000 fans and beating the San Jose Earthquakes 4–1. That is a pretty solid “welcome to Minnesota” for pro soccer.
1914 — Mother’s Day became official nationally. President Woodrow Wilson issued Proclamation 1268 on May 9, 1914, calling for the second Sunday in May to be observed as Mother’s Day. The proclamation asked Americans to display the flag as a public expression of love and reverence for mothers.
1754 — A tiny newspaper image made a huge impact. Benjamin Franklin’s “Join or Die” woodcut appeared in The Pennsylvania Gazette on May 9, 1754. The Library of Congress describes it as a warning urging the British colonies in America to unite.
How we know
National Weather Service — “Extended Forecast for Hastings MN” — Forecast details supplied for Hastings, Minnesota; forecast updated 4:53 a.m. CT and accessed Saturday, May 9, 2026, 4:58 a.m. CT.
MNopedia / Minnesota Historical Society — “Metropolitan Stadium, Bloomington” — accessed Saturday, May 9, 2026, 4:58 a.m. CT.
The American Presidency Project — “Proclamation 1268—Mother’s Day, 1914” — accessed Saturday, May 9, 2026, 4:58 a.m. CT.
Library of Congress — “Join or Die” — accessed Saturday, May 9, 2026, 4:58 a.m. CT.
Weather can change quickly, so check official alerts and the latest National Weather Service forecast before travel or outdoor plans.
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