Nebraska’s warm breeze is already rattling windows across Omaha, and it feels more like late April than mid-February. Temperatures surge into the mid-70s this afternoon, but that spring tease won’t last long. Rain, gusty winds and a sharp turn toward snow are lining up by Thursday.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha, highs reach near 75 degrees today with southeast winds 10 to 15 mph increasing to 22 mph this afternoon. Gusts could hit 34 mph. A few sprinkles develop between 3 and 5 p.m., followed by a 30 percent chance of rain after 8 p.m. Lows settle near 44.
Drivers along I-80, I-480 and Highway 75 should prepare for changing conditions late today. Breezy crosswinds may impact high-profile vehicles, especially near the Missouri River bridges into Council Bluffs.
Wednesday stays mostly sunny and cooler, with highs near 65. Winds remain gusty, reaching 25 mph at times. By Thursday, the shift begins. Rain develops after 3 p.m., with a 50 percent chance and highs dropping to 49 degrees. Rain mixes with snow Thursday evening as temperatures fall toward 20 degrees.
Little accumulation is expected Thursday night, but slick spots may form as northwest winds gust near 25 mph. Friday turns sharply colder with sunshine and highs near 36. Saturday brings a slight chance of snow and highs near 41, followed by another cold night in the teens. This is prime flash-freeze season. Melted snow can refreeze quickly after sunset on bridges and overpasses.
Looking ahead, the 6–10 day outlook favors above-normal temperatures returning across Nebraska and western Iowa into early next week. A warming trend from Monday through Saturday hints that stronger spring warmth is on the horizon. Are you ready for this temperature rollercoaster?
Five Day Outlook for Omaha, Nebraska:
Wednesday: High 65, mostly sunny and breezy.
Thursday: High 49, 50% chance rain then rain/snow.
Friday: High 36, sunny and colder.
Saturday: High 41, slight chance of snow.
Sunday: High 35, sunny.
