Nebraska–Iowa – Snow begins as scattered flakes, then quickly thickens into a steady white curtain over Omaha and Council Bluffs.
Roads that looked dry at sunrise will not stay that way. A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect from noon through 6 a.m. Friday. Heavy snow is expected, with total accumulations between 4 and 6 inches across eastern Nebraska and southwest Iowa.
Temperatures hover near 25 degrees this morning at Eppley Airfield. Winds from the north increase through the day, gusting near 28 mph. That wind will blow snow across I-80 and I-29, reducing visibility and creating slick stretches fast. Travel will become very difficult by late afternoon and especially this evening.
Snow develops mainly after 3 p.m., and it could fall heavily at times. Plan errands early. Conditions may deteriorate quickly after sunset.
Tonight, snow continues before tapering toward dawn. Lows drop near 20 degrees. With fresh snow on the ground and falling temperatures, icy patches are likely for the Friday morning commute.
Friday turns mostly sunny but cold, with a high near 31. Roads may remain snow-covered in spots. Crews will be clearing through the day. Friday night dips to 17 degrees under mostly cloudy skies.
Saturday rebounds to 34 with sunshine returning. Saturday night falls to 15 degrees under clear skies. Sunday stays bright but chilly, with highs near 32.
By Monday and Tuesday, temperatures climb into the 30s and even upper 50s by midweek. A noticeable warming trend hints at early Spring Warmth across the Plains.
Five-Day Outlook – Omaha, NE / Council Bluffs, IA
Friday: Mostly sunny, 31.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, 34.
Sunday: Sunny, 32.
Monday: Sunny, 32.
Tuesday: Partly sunny, 58.
