Hastings, MN Weather + On This Date: Tuesday, May 19th
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It’s a gray, cool, jacket-worthy Tuesday in Hastings — the kind of day where downtown coffee feels extra smart and the Mississippi River probably looks moodier than usual. Expect clouds, a northwest breeze, and a few sprinkles trying to join the conversation later today.
Today’s Weather in Hastings
At a glance:
High / Low: High near 56°F; low around 41°F tonight.
Precip chance + timing: A chance of sprinkles after 1 p.m., then a chance of sprinkles before 11 p.m. tonight.
Wind: Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph; early conditions felt colder, with a 5:35 a.m. wind chill of 46°F.
Alerts / hazards: Specific alerts/hazards: (not provided).
The National Weather Service forecast for Hastings keeps Tuesday mostly cloudy and cool, with the best chance of sprinkles arriving after lunch. By evening, skies stay mostly cloudy at first, then gradually clear as northwest winds ease later tonight. It’s not a washout day — more of a “keep the light jacket handy and don’t trust the clouds” kind of Tuesday.
What to wear / what to plan:
Bring a light jacket or hoodie, especially this morning and after sunset.
Keep a small umbrella or rain shell nearby for afternoon/evening sprinkles.
Outdoor plans are still doable, but expect a cool breeze near Levee Park, the riverfront, and open parking lots.
Patio season is not canceled — it’s just wearing a sweatshirt today.
Weather Joke of the Day
Best option: Today’s Hastings forecast is so gray and breezy, even the bridge looks like it brought a backup hoodie.
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On This Date: A Little Time Capsule
1852 — Future Minnesota civic leader John Ireland arrived in St. Paul. MNopedia says the Irelands and O’Gormans reached St. Paul on May 19, 1852. Ireland later became one of St. Paul’s most prominent citizens, remembered for attracting Irish immigrants to Minnesota, founding educational institutions, and helping establish the Catholic Church in the state.
1863 — Ulysses S. Grant began his push at Vicksburg. On May 19, 1863, Grant attempted to take the Confederate stronghold at Vicksburg, Mississippi; when direct assaults failed, the campaign turned into a siege that helped the Union regain control of the Mississippi River. River towns like Hastings can appreciate how much the Mississippi has shaped American life and history.
1976 — Kevin Garnett was born. Garnett, later one of the Minnesota Timberwolves’ defining stars, was born on May 19, 1976. The Basketball Hall of Fame notes he became the fifth overall pick in the 1995 NBA Draft, played 21 seasons, won the 2004 NBA MVP, and served as the marquee player for the Timberwolves for 12 seasons.
How we know
National Weather Service — “Extended Forecast for Hastings MN” — accessed May 19, 2026, 5:45 a.m. CT. The page listed current conditions at South St. Paul Municipal-Richard E. Fleming Field at 5:35 a.m. CDT and the Hastings point forecast last updated at 5:39 a.m. CDT.
Minnesota Historical Society / MNopedia — “Ireland, John (1838–1918)” — accessed May 19, 2026, 5:45 a.m. CT.
Library of Congress — “Today in History - May 19” — accessed May 19, 2026, 5:45 a.m. CT.
Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame — “Kevin Garnett” — accessed May 19, 2026, 5:45 a.m. CT.
Weather can change quickly, so readers should check the National Weather Service and official alerts before making weather-sensitive plans.
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