Hastings, MN Weather + On This Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026
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Sunday brings Hastings a quiet, cloud-covered taste of early fall. Temperatures should remain comfortable for errands, a river walk or a relaxed afternoon outside, but you may want another layer once evening arrives.
Today’s Weather in Hastings
At a glance
High near 69°F
Sunday-night low near 48°F
Mostly cloudy
Northeast wind at 5–10 mph
Daytime precipitation chance around 2%
Sunday morning begins cool, with temperatures near 52°F around sunrise. The hourly forecast allows for some partial sunshine early, followed by increasing cloud cover as the morning continues.
Temperatures should climb through the 50s and 60s before reaching about 69°F late in the afternoon. Northeast wind at 5–10 mph may add a crisp edge along the Mississippi River, but rain is unlikely to interfere with daytime plans.
Sunday evening remains mostly cloudy as temperatures fall through the 60s and into the 50s. The overnight low should settle near 48°F, making it a noticeably cooler night for anyone staying outside late.
There were no active National Weather Service warnings, watches or advisories for the Hastings forecast point when this article was prepared.
What to wear or plan
Start the morning with a light jacket or sweatshirt.
Comfortable layers should work well through the afternoon.
Bring the extra layer back for evening plans.
The forecast looks favorable for a walk, patio visit or time near the river.
Weather + On This Date by HastingsNow.com
Weather Joke of the Day
Why did the Hastings bridge bring a sweater to Sunday’s forecast? Even it knows 69 degrees can feel cooler over the Mississippi.
On This Date: A Little Time Capsule
1893 — America’s Early Automobile Takes a Road Test
On September 20, 1893, Charles and Frank Duryea successfully tested their gasoline-powered automobile in Springfield, Massachusetts. Their experimental vehicle helped establish the brothers as important early figures in America’s automotive story, years before cars became an everyday sight on streets and highways.
Source: Smithsonian National Museum of American History — Radiator Emblems
1946 — The First Cannes Film Festival Opens
The first fully realized Cannes Film Festival opened in France on September 20, 1946. An earlier festival planned for 1939 was halted as World War II began, but the postwar celebration finally brought filmmakers from 19 countries together for movies, festivities and a new international tradition.
Source: Festival de Cannes — The History of the Festival
1973 — Billie Jean King Wins the Battle of the Sexes
On September 20, 1973, Billie Jean King defeated Bobby Riggs in straight sets at the Houston Astrodome. An estimated 90 million viewers around the world watched the match, which became a major moment in tennis and the wider movement for recognition and equality in women’s sports.
How we know
Weather sources
National Weather Service — Hastings Point Information — Accessed September 19, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. CT.
National Weather Service — Hastings Period Forecast — Accessed September 19, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. CT.
National Weather Service — Hastings Hourly Forecast — Accessed September 19, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. CT.
National Weather Service — Active Hastings Alerts — Accessed September 19, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. CT.
History sources
Smithsonian National Museum of American History — Radiator Emblems — Accessed September 19, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. CT.
Festival de Cannes — The History of the Festival — Accessed September 19, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. CT.
Billie Jean King — Battle of the Sexes — Accessed September 19, 2026, at 8:00 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 the comfortable side of Hastings outdoors today.
