Hastings, MN Weather + On This Date: Sunday, September 6, 2026
Original photo by Ashley Media
Hastings gets a warm Sunday with plenty of clouds and little rain in the forecast—a promising combination for a river walk or an unhurried afternoon downtown. The high is near 82°F, with a southeast breeze and a cooler night ahead.
Today’s Weather in Hastings
At a glance
High / Low: Near 82°F today; around 64°F Sunday night.
Sky: Mostly cloudy today, becoming partly cloudy tonight.
Rain: Very small daytime precipitation chance, around 5%.
Wind: Southeast at 5–10 mph.
Alerts: No active NWS alerts for Hastings when checked Saturday evening.
Early Sunday temperatures should be in the middle to upper 60s, rising into the 70s by late morning. The hourly forecast allows some early sunshine before clouds become more prevalent, so the day may begin brighter than its overall “mostly cloudy” description suggests.
Afternoon temperatures climb toward the low 80s. Clouds should be plentiful, but the latest forecast does not call for a rainy afternoon. That leaves room for flexible outdoor plans, whether that means a walk through Levee Park, time in the yard or a downtown patio stop.
Sunday night turns partly cloudy, with temperatures eventually settling near 64°F. Southeast winds continue at 5–10 mph, making a light layer useful for anyone staying out later along the river.
What to wear or plan
Light, breathable clothes should suit the warm afternoon.
A light sweatshirt is worth bringing for early or late outdoor time.
Comfortable walking shoes fit a day with little rain expected.
Weather + On This Date by HastingsNow.com
Weather Joke of the Day
Why did the sun skip the Hastings group photo? It couldn’t get past all the cloud storage.
On This Date: A Little Time Capsule
1877 — A Minnesota Movement With a Hastings Connection
On September 6, 1877, the Minnesota Woman’s Christian Temperance Union formed in Minneapolis, becoming a major force in the state’s campaign against alcohol. Its history later intersected with women’s voting rights here in Hastings: during the group’s September 1881 annual meeting, Julia Bullard Nelson and fellow advocates helped organize the Minnesota Woman Suffrage Association.
Source: Minnesota Historical Society — Julia B. Nelson, Minnesota History
1522 — One Ship Finishes a Voyage Around the World
On September 6, 1522, the Victoria reached Sanlúcar de Barrameda, Spain, completing the first voyage around the world. Juan Sebastián Elcano commanded the returning ship after expedition leader Ferdinand Magellan had died in the Philippines. The arrival closed an extraordinary journey that had begun nearly three years earlier with five ships.
Source: The Mariners’ Museum and Park — Ferdinand Magellan
1995 — Cal Ripken Jr. Keeps Showing Up
On September 6, 1995, Baltimore Orioles player Cal Ripken Jr. appeared in his 2,131st consecutive game, surpassing Lou Gehrig’s celebrated streak. He eventually extended the run to 2,632 games before voluntarily ending it. The Baseball Hall of Fame preserves the helmet he wore on that record-breaking September night—a small piece of equipment from an enormous achievement.
Source: National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum — Baltimore Orioles: Cal Ripken Jr.’s Helmet
How we know
Weather sources
National Weather Service — Hastings point information — Accessed September 5, 2026, at 7:20 p.m. CT.
National Weather Service — Hastings period forecast — Accessed September 5, 2026, at 7:20 p.m. CT.
National Weather Service — Hastings hourly forecast — Accessed September 5, 2026, at 7:20 p.m. CT.
National Weather Service — Active alerts for Hastings — Accessed September 5, 2026, at 7:20 p.m. CT.
History sources
Minnesota Historical Society — Julia B. Nelson, Minnesota History — Accessed September 5, 2026, at 7:21 p.m. CT.
The Mariners’ Museum and Park — Ferdinand Magellan — Accessed September 5, 2026, at 7:20 p.m. CT.
National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum — Baltimore Orioles — Accessed September 5, 2026, at 7:20 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 Hastings outdoors today.
