Nebraska — Frost rims the edges of windshields across eastern Nebraska as cold air settles into the Missouri River Valley. The morning feels sharp and dry, with a pale winter sun struggling to warm streets near Omaha and Council Bluffs.
Temperatures hover in the teens early, with wind chills in the single digits. While skies turn brighter later today, cold remains the dominant story. According to the National Weather Service in Omaha, snow chances increase tonight into Thursday as a weak system slides across eastern Nebraska and western Iowa.
Light snow may develop before daybreak Thursday, with chances around 30 to 40 percent. Accumulations look light, but timing matters. Even a dusting can cause slick roads during the morning commute. Watch bridges, ramps, and untreated neighborhood streets, especially near I-80 and I-480.
Thursday stays cloudy and cold, with highs near the lower 20s. Any snow tapers during the day, but refreezing becomes a concern after sunset. Melted snow can turn icy quickly as temperatures drop back into the single digits Thursday night.
Friday brings a brief break. Sunshine returns, though highs struggle into the mid-teens. Overnight lows dip below zero, keeping frost and black ice risks elevated during early travel. Saturday stays cold but calmer, with highs near 20 and lighter winds.
By Saturday night into Sunday, another system approaches. Snow chances return late Saturday night, with lingering chances into Sunday. While totals remain uncertain, meteorologists are watching the pattern closely as Arctic air remains locked in across the Plains.
This cold stretch reflects a broader Midwest trend. With the Great Lakes increasingly frozen, Arctic air pushes south and holds firm, keeping temperatures below normal through the end of January.
Bundle up today. Plan extra time if traveling Thursday morning. Stay alert for icy patches after dark.
Are roads slick where you are this morning? Share what you’re seeing around Omaha or Council Bluffs.
Five-Day Outlook for Omaha, Nebraska
- Today: Sunny and cold, high near 31°F
- Thursday: Cloudy, chance of snow, high near 22°F
- Friday: Mostly sunny, colder, high near 15°F
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, cold, high near 20°F
- Sunday: Partly sunny, snow chance late, high near 35°F
