An original HastingsNow.com photo of the Hastings Bridge anchors this AI-assisted illustration of three October 27th moments. The historical scenes are artistic interpretations.
Tuesday looks like a drying-out day in Hastings, with early rain giving way to mostly cloudy skies and a noticeably milder afternoon near 61°F. After Monday's chilly rain, that's a welcome change for school, work and getting around town.
Today’s Weather in Hastings
At a glance
High / Low: Near 61°F Tuesday; around 49°F Tuesday night.
Rain: 40% chance Tuesday, mainly before 9 a.m.; 20% chance after 2 a.m. Tuesday night.
Sky: Mostly cloudy during the day and overnight.
Wind: East-southeast at 10–15 mph, becoming south-southwest in the afternoon; around 5 mph overnight.
Tuesday morning may begin with lingering showers as Hastings works its way out of Monday's wet weather. The National Weather Service places the best chance of additional rain before 9 a.m., with a 40% daytime precipitation probability. Damp sidewalks and roads are possible during early errands and the morning commute.
By late morning and afternoon, the rain chance decreases and temperatures climb toward 61°F. Mostly cloudy skies should remain, but the warmer air will make outdoor activities more comfortable than they were Monday. East-southeast winds of 10–15 mph will turn south-southwest during the afternoon, adding a little movement to the air around the Mississippi River.
Tuesday evening looks mostly cloudy, with a lighter south-southwest wind around 5 mph. Temperatures gradually fall toward an overnight low near 49°F. The NWS includes a slight, 20% chance of rain after 2 a.m. Wednesday, but the better rain opportunity appears to be behind us by Tuesday afternoon.
The overall picture is fairly encouraging for anyone hoping to squeeze in an afternoon walk near Levee Park, tackle a few outdoor chores or visit Downtown Hastings. It may not be a bright, sunny autumn day, but warmer temperatures and reduced rain chances should make a difference.
What to wear or plan
For the morning: A light rain jacket or water-resistant outer layer for possible early showers.
For the afternoon: Comfortable fall layers that work as temperatures climb into the low 60s.
For outdoor plans: Favor the afternoon, when the forecast indicates less risk of rain.
For evening: Bring a sweatshirt or light jacket as temperatures cool toward the upper 40s.
Weather Joke of the Day
Why did the rain request an early meeting at the Hastings bridge? The forecast told it to wrap things up before 9 a.m.
Weather + On This Date by HastingsNow.com
On This Date: A Little Time Capsule
1849 — Dakota County Is Born
On October 27, 1849, the Minnesota Territorial Legislature established Dakota County, nine years before Minnesota became a state. Named for the Dakota people, the county's early government was centered first in Kaposia and later in Mendota before Hastings became the county seat in 1857. That makes today's anniversary an especially meaningful bit of local history: the county Hastings calls home traces its official beginning to this very date.
Source: University of Minnesota — Minnesota Historical Election Archive: Dakota County
1904 — New York City's Subway Opens
On October 27, 1904, New York City's first underground rapid-transit network officially opened, beginning a transportation revolution beneath Manhattan. The original Interborough Rapid Transit subway featured 28 stations along a 9.1-mile route, stretching from City Hall toward 145th Street. What began as a comparatively short underground journey became the foundation of one of the world's most recognizable public transportation systems.
Source: New York Transit Museum — Subway Day
1923 — The Birth of a Pop Art Pioneer
On October 27, 1923, Roy Lichtenstein was born in New York City. Decades later, he helped transform modern art with paintings inspired by comic strips, advertisements, bold outlines and the familiar dots of commercial printing. His playful, instantly recognizable approach encouraged audiences to look at everyday imagery differently, turning something as ordinary as a printed cartoon into a subject worthy of an art museum.
How we know
Weather sources
National Weather Service — Hastings, Minnesota, Point Forecast — Accessed October 26, 2026, at 5:29 p.m. CT.
National Weather Service Twin Cities — Area Forecast Discussion — Accessed October 26, 2026, at 5:29 p.m. CT.
National Weather Service Twin Cities — Hazardous Weather Outlook — Accessed October 26, 2026, at 5:29 p.m. CT.
History sources
University of Minnesota — Minnesota Historical Election Archive: Dakota County — Accessed October 26, 2026, at 5:29 p.m. CT.
New York Transit Museum — Subway Day — Accessed October 26, 2026, at 5:29 p.m. CT.
Roy Lichtenstein Foundation — Biography — Accessed October 26, 2026, at 5:29 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 for an afternoon outing in Hastings as Tuesday's early rain chances fade.
