Nebraska – Rain is falling and thunder is echoing across Hastings right now, with wet roads and reduced visibility already slowing traffic within minutes.
According to the National Weather Service in Hastings, showers and thunderstorms continue through the morning with a 70% chance of rain. Some storms may produce small hail, though severe weather remains unlikely.
Across Hastings and nearby highways like US-281 and Highway 6, drivers should expect slick pavement and brief visibility drops in heavier rain. Use headlights and allow extra stopping distance, especially during passing downpours.
Conditions begin to improve later today. Rain tapers, and skies gradually clear with highs reaching near 58°F. Winds from the north could gust up to 25 mph, adding a chill to the air as roads begin to dry.
Friday stays mostly quiet, with just a slight 20% chance of a passing shower. Highs near 59°F and lighter winds will make for more stable conditions across south-central Nebraska.
By Saturday, sunshine returns, but a different concern develops. Breezy conditions and dry air will push fire weather risk into the elevated range, especially west of Hastings. Outdoor burning is discouraged, and any sparks could spread quickly.
Sunday looks calmer and warmer, with highs climbing to 66°F under sunny skies. This warming trend continues into early next week, though another chance of rain and even a rain-snow mix could return by Tuesday.
This is a classic spring swing—storms now, fire risk next, and more changes ahead.
Five Day Outlook for Hastings, Nebraska:
Thursday: 70% chance of storms, high 58°F
Friday: 20% chance of showers, high 59°F
Saturday: Sunny and breezy, high 54°F
Sunday: Sunny, high 66°F
Monday: Mostly sunny, high 58°F
