An original HastingsNow.com photo of the Hastings Bridge anchors this AI-assisted illustration of three October 24th moments. The historical scenes are artistic interpretations.
Saturday gives Hastings another reason to linger outside: a high near 76°F, with increasing clouds and a chance of showers late in the day. Evening plans will need a little more flexibility—and another layer.
Today’s Weather in Hastings
At a glance
High / Low: Near 76°F Saturday; around 48°F Saturday night.
Rain: A 30% chance of showers, mainly after 5 p.m.; a 40% chance Saturday night.
Wind: South-southeast at 10–15 mph, becoming west-southwest in the afternoon.
Morning errands and a river walk fit better into the earlier part of the day, ahead of the forecast’s main shower window. That makes the first half of Saturday a useful option for anyone trying to work outdoor time around other plans.
By afternoon, clouds increase as temperatures reach the mid-70s. A sheltered spot may feel more comfortable than an exposed stretch beside the Mississippi, especially for anyone settling in for a longer visit.
Saturday night brings mostly cloudy skies and northwest winds of 5–10 mph. Showers remain possible overnight, and the cooler air will make a sweatshirt or jacket useful for anyone staying out late.
What to wear or plan
Light clothing with a removable layer for later.
Comfortable shoes for downtown errands or a park walk.
A rain jacket as backup for late-afternoon and evening outings.
Weather Joke of the Day
Why did the sweatshirt skip Levee Park? With 76 degrees in the forecast, it decided to take a fall break.
Weather + On This Date by HastingsNow.com
On This Date: A Little Time Capsule
1910 — A Warren Store Finds a Way Forward
On October 24, 1910, fire destroyed the K. J. Taralseth Company store in Warren, Minnesota, and most of its merchandise. The family decided to rebuild and continued selling goods at temporary locations around town. A new brick store opened the following year, eventually serving as a place for shopping, offices and community gatherings—a reminder of how much life can happen around a small-town storefront.
Source: Minnesota Historical Society / MNopedia — K. J. Taralseth Company
1945 — The United Nations Comes Into Being
On October 24, 1945, the United Nations Charter took effect after the required ratifications, bringing the organization officially into existence. Its aims included maintaining international peace and helping nations cooperate on economic, social and humanitarian challenges after World War II. The anniversary is observed as United Nations Day.
Source: National Archives — United Nations Charter (1945)
1946 — Earth Gets Its First Portrait From Space
On October 24, 1946, a camera aboard a V-2 rocket launched from White Sands, New Mexico, captured the first photographs of Earth from space. The flight reached about 65 miles, and the film survived the return to the ground. Those grainy black-and-white images offered a new perspective on our planet, years before satellites made views from above familiar.
Source: NASA — Landsat at 45: How It Changed the Way We See the Earth
How we know
Weather sources
National Weather Service — Hastings Text Forecast — Accessed October 23, 2026, at 7:21 p.m. CT.
National Weather Service — Hastings Detailed Forecast — Accessed October 23, 2026, at 7:21 p.m. CT.
National Weather Service — Twin Cities Hazardous Weather Outlook — Accessed October 23, 2026, at 7:21 p.m. CT.
History sources
Minnesota Historical Society / MNopedia — K. J. Taralseth Company — Accessed October 23, 2026, at 7:21 p.m. CT.
National Archives — United Nations Charter (1945) — Accessed October 23, 2026, at 7:21 p.m. CT.
NASA — Landsat at 45: How It Changed the Way We See the Earth — Accessed October 23, 2026, at 7:21 p.m. CT.
Weather can change quickly, especially with summer storms, so readers should check official alerts and radar before heading out.
Check the radar before heading out for Saturday evening plans.
