Hastings, MN Weather + On This Date: Wednesday, April 22nd
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Hastings woke up clear and cool, around 45°F, but this Wednesday is headed for a big warm-up. It feels like the kind of day when Levee Park, downtown sidewalks, and a quick look at the river all start sounding pretty tempting.
Today’s Weather in Hastings
At a glance
High / Low: 83 / 61.
Precip chance + timing window: None provided for today; the next notable rain chance arrives Thursday after 1 p.m., with an 80% chance of showers and possible thunderstorms.
Wind: East northeast 5 to 10 mph early, turning south southeast 10 to 15 mph this afternoon; tonight stays breezy around 15 mph.
Alerts / hazards: A Special Weather Statement says near critical fire weather conditions are expected this afternoon in the Hastings area, with dry air and gustier winds.
After a cool, sunny start, Hastings warms up fast under bright skies. By afternoon, the wind shifts around from the south-southeast and picks up a bit, but the day stays dry and very warm for late April. Evening looks mild too, with partly cloudy skies and an overnight low around 61.
What to wear / what to plan
A light layer makes sense early; short sleeves may win by afternoon.
This looks like a strong day for walks, outdoor errands, or after-school time outside.
Skip any outdoor burning and be extra careful with sparks because of the fire-weather statement.
If you’ve got outdoor chores, today is the easier window before Thursday turns wetter.
Weather Joke of the Day
If Hastings really hits 83 today, even the bridge might start wondering whether April quietly traded shifts with July.
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On This Date: A Little Time Capsule
1965 — The Mississippi River crested in St. Paul at 25.8 feet, nearly ten feet above flood stage, after major flooding along the Minnesota and Mississippi Rivers. Three days earlier, President Lyndon B. Johnson had visited St. Paul to survey the damage, and losses were later estimated at $88 million statewide.
1970 — Earth Day was first observed on April 22, with an estimated 20 million people taking part at schools, universities, and community sites across the United States. What began as a U.S. environmental teach-in quickly grew into a much bigger global tradition.
1876 — The Boston Red Caps beat the Philadelphia Athletics 6–5 in Philadelphia in the first National League baseball game, played before about 3,000 fans. So yes, one of America’s biggest sports traditions has an April 22 birthday too.
How we know
Source check time: about 6:24 a.m. CT on April 22, 2026.
National Weather Service — Hastings MN 7-Day Forecast (Text-Only). Link: Accessed Apr. 22, 2026, about 6:24 a.m. CT.
National Weather Service — Special Weather Statement for Hastings MN. Link: Accessed Apr. 22, 2026, about 6:24 a.m. CT.
Minnesota Historical Society / MNopedia — This Day in Minnesota History. Link: Accessed Apr. 22, 2026, about 6:24 a.m. CT.
Library of Congress — Today in History - April 22: Earth Day. Link: Accessed Apr. 22, 2026, about 6:24 a.m. CT.
Encyclopaedia Britannica — Today in History—April 22: When the National League First “Played Ball”. Link: Accessed Apr. 22, 2026, about 6:24 a.m. CT.
Weather can change quickly, especially with fire-weather concerns today and storm chances Thursday, so readers should check official alerts before making outdoor plans.
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