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Central Nebraska Weather Alert: Fog, 25° Lows, Nov 12-16
Hastings, NE — Nebraska residents face another sharp November temperature drop as patchy morning fog gives way to sunshine and freezing conditions. Temperatures around Hastings could fall from 48 degr
By Jenna Hartley · 2026-11-12T09:43:05.113Z
Hastings, NE — Nebraska residents face another sharp November temperature drop as patchy morning fog gives way to sunshine and freezing conditions. Temperatures around Hastings could fall from 48 degrees Thursday afternoon to just 25 degrees by early Friday.
The 23 degree temperature swing could bring a biting chill to Adams County, especially for residents heading to work or traveling before sunrise.
According to the National Weather Service, patchy fog was expected around Hastings before 9 a.m. Thursday. Conditions should improve to partly sunny skies, with afternoon highs reaching approximately 48 degrees.
North northeast winds of 5 10 mph will accompany the cooler conditions.
Drivers traveling along U.S. Highway 281, U.S. Highway 6 and nearby rural roads should remain alert for localized visibility reductions where fog lingers.
Thursday Night Brings Temperatures Near 25 Degrees The most significant change arrives Thursday night.
Mostly clear skies allow temperatures to fall toward 25 degrees, well below freezing.
Northeast winds around 5 mph should become calm during the evening.
That combination could create favorable conditions for frost and freezing temperatures across exposed fields, lawns and residential neighborhoods.
Residents should protect sensitive outdoor plants and check vulnerable water connections before temperatures fall.
Any lingering moisture on untreated pavement could also freeze as temperatures drop, although widespread roadway icing is not specifically predicted.
Friday and Saturday: Sunshine Returns, but Cold Mornings Continue Friday brings sunshine and a high near 45 degrees.
Light winds become southeasterly around 5 mph during the afternoon, keeping conditions relatively calm.
Friday night temperatures fall near 28 degrees, producing another freezing morning Saturday.
Saturday offers partly sunny skies and highs around 45 degrees.
By Saturday night, temperatures remain somewhat milder, dropping to approximately 34 degrees.
The dry stretch provides homeowners an opportunity to clear fallen leaves, secure outdoor decorations and prepare equipment for colder weather later in November.
Sunday Brings a 20% Rain Chance Sunday introduces the only precipitation opportunity in the immediate five day outlook.
The National Weather Service indicates a 20% chance of rain before noon, followed by partly sunny skies.
Afternoon temperatures should reach 47 degrees.
The limited precipitation chance does not suggest a widespread rain event, and the local forecast does not indicate snow.
Sunday night brings partly cloudy skies and temperatures near 33 degrees.
Drivers should monitor changing conditions if light rain develops, particularly on rural highways and exposed roadways.
Monday Through Wednesday: Gradual Warmup Develops Monday brings mostly sunny skies and highs near 52 degrees.
Monday night temperatures fall toward 37 degrees before Tuesday reaches approximately 54 degrees.
Wednesday could climb to 58 degrees, although a 30% chance of rain returns during the day.
The warming trend offers some relief from the freezing temperatures expected earlier in the period.
Looking toward Thanksgiving, colder weather systems remain possible across the Plains. However, the supplied outlook does not establish a specific snowstorm or severe weather threat for Hastings.
For now, residents should focus on the immediate freeze and several chilly mornings ahead.