Hastings, MN Weather + On This Date: Sunday, June 28th
Sunday Hastings weather: breezy, warm, morning storm chance, plus June 28 history from Minnesota, the U.S., and Hollywood. AI image by HastingsNow.com
Sunday in Hastings looks like one of those “check the radar, then make your plan” summer days. The river town vibe: warm, breezy, a little stormy early, and probably still good for downtown errands, patio coffee, or a Levee Park walk once the morning weather settles down.
Today’s Weather in Hastings
At a glance
High / Low: High near 85°F; Sunday night low around 73°F
Precipitation:30% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1 p.m.; another 50% chance Sunday night, mainly between 1 a.m. and 2 a.m.
Wind: Breezy southeast wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts up to 30 mph
Alerts / hazards: No Sunday alert listed at access time, but an Extreme Heat Watch is posted for Monday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sunday starts mostly cloudy with a chance of showers and thunderstorms, especially in the morning. By afternoon, Hastings should stay warm and breezy, with clouds and sunshine sharing the sky. Evening plans should be fine for many folks, but keep an eye on the overnight forecast, since storms may return after midnight.
What to wear / what to plan
Bring a light rain jacket or umbrella for morning plans.
Secure patio umbrellas, signs, and lightweight outdoor items — gusts may hit 30 mph.
Choose breathable summer clothes; it will still feel warm.
If you have Monday outdoor plans, start thinking shade, water, and AC breaks now.
Weather Joke of the Day
With those 30 mph gusts, Sunday may be the kind of day where your Levee Park picnic napkin files its own float plan down the Mississippi.
Infographic by HastingsNow.com
On This Date: A Little Time Capsule
1948 — Sweden’s Prince Bertil unveiled a tablet honoring Jacob Fahlstrom, described by MNopedia as the first Swede in Minnesota. Fahlstrom, a fur trader who arrived in the 1820s, later settled near Afton — a nice little St. Croix Valley history note for Hastings-area readers.
1969 — The Stonewall Uprising began in New York City on June 28. The Library of Congress describes the six-day uprising as a turning point that helped reshape LGBTQ+ activism in the United States.
1953 — Bemidji native Jane Russell and Marilyn Monroe placed their handprints in the “Forecourt of the Stars” at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. A Minnesota-born star sharing cement with Marilyn? That is a pretty good June 28 fun fact.
How we know
National Weather Service — “Extended Forecast for Hastings MN.” Accessed Saturday, June 27, 2026, 9:29 p.m. CT. Forecast page listed Sunday’s high near 85°F, breezy southeast winds, a morning storm chance, Sunday night storm chance, and Monday’s Extreme Heat Watch.
MNopedia / Minnesota Historical Society — “This Day in Minnesota History.” Accessed Saturday, June 27, 2026, 9:29 p.m. CT. Used for the Jacob Fahlstrom / Prince Bertil item and the Jane Russell item.
Library of Congress — “Today in History - June 28.” Accessed Saturday, June 27, 2026, 9:29 p.m. CT. Used for the Stonewall Uprising item.
Weather can change quickly, so readers should check official alerts and the latest National Weather Service forecast before heading out.
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