Hastings, MN Weather + On This Date: Friday, October 2, 2026

Hastings, Minnesota, can expect sunshine and a high near 61°F on Friday, October 2, 2026, following a chilly morning in the 40s. Light winds and a dry forecast make the afternoon a pleasant window for errands or a riverfront walk; Friday night turns partly cloudy with a low around 43°F. Today’s time capsule explores the 1968 Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, Thurgood Marshall’s 1967 Supreme Court judicial oath and the 1950 debut of Minnesota-born Charles Schulz’s Peanuts. Find practical clothing tips, a local weather joke and direct links to the official sources.