Nebraska – Headlights glow against falling flakes this morning as light snow drifts across the Omaha metro. Pavement looks wet now, but colder air is already moving in, setting the stage for rapid changes by afternoon.
The National Weather Service says there is a 20 to 50 percent chance of light snow today into early Friday across eastern Nebraska and western Iowa. In the Omaha–Carter Lake area, slick spots may develop during the morning and evening commutes. Accumulations remain light, generally under an inch, but timing matters more than totals.
Temperatures hover in the upper teens early, with highs reaching the mid-20s before colder air arrives tonight. Once snow tapers, any moisture left behind may refreeze quickly. Bridges and overpasses along I-80, I-480, and I-29 are most vulnerable to flash freezing.
Friday stays cold and cloudy, with highs near 16 degrees. Friday night turns sharply colder as skies clear and winds ease. Lows dip below zero by Saturday morning. Wind chills may fall into the 10 to 20 degrees below zero range, making early travel and outdoor plans dangerous without protection.
Saturday offers sunshine but little warmth, with highs near 21. Attention then shifts to Saturday night into Sunday, when snow becomes more likely. Confidence remains low on exact totals, but even light snow could cause renewed travel issues. Sunday warms slightly, with highs near 39, before colder air returns Sunday night.
This pattern reflects a broader Midwest cold surge, reinforced by snow cover and Arctic air pressing south. Dress in layers, allow extra travel time, and watch for rapidly changing road conditions.
Five Day Outlook for Omaha, Nebraska–Carter Lake, Iowa
- Today: Chance of snow, high near 24°F.
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, colder, high near 16°F.
- Saturday: Sunny but cold, high near 21°F.
- Sunday: Chance of snow, high near 39°F.
- Monday: Mostly cloudy, colder again, high near 37°F.
