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Hastings, NE Weather Nov. 5-9: Temperatures Drop to 31° Thursday Night Before 65° Warmup Monday
NEBRASKA — A chilly November night could bring freezing temperatures to Hastings before a significant weekend warmup sends afternoon readings into the 60s.
By Erin Vale · 2026-11-04T09:26:59.981Z
NEBRASKA — A chilly November night could bring freezing temperatures to Hastings before a significant weekend warmup sends afternoon readings into the 60s.
The National Weather Service expects temperatures to fall near 31 degrees Thursday night, Nov. 5, before climbing to 62 degrees Sunday and 65 degrees Monday.
That represents a 34 degree difference between Thursday night's projected low and Monday's afternoon high.
The changing temperatures offer a reminder that November weather can shift quickly across central Nebraska, even without rain or snow.
Thursday, Nov. 5: Temperatures Fall Near Freezing Hastings will experience another cool afternoon Thursday, with mostly cloudy skies and temperatures reaching approximately 52 degrees.
North northwest winds of 5 to 10 mph could gust as high as 20 mph.
By Thursday night, temperatures are expected to drop near 31 degrees as skies become partly cloudy.
That is one degree below freezing, creating conditions that could affect sensitive outdoor plants and exposed vegetation.
Residents with remaining garden plants should consider protecting them before temperatures fall.
The National Weather Service forecast does not indicate snow, freezing rain or an ice accumulation threat.
Friday, Nov. 6: Sunshine Returns, but Chilly Conditions Remain Friday brings mostly sunny skies and an afternoon high near 50 degrees.
Temperatures will remain relatively cool despite improving sunshine.
Friday night brings partly cloudy skies and another chilly low near 33 degrees.
Although temperatures approach freezing again, the forecast does not indicate precipitation.
Drivers should not expect icy roads based solely on these temperature readings.
Saturday, Nov. 7: Weekend Warmup Begins Saturday marks the beginning of a noticeable warming trend across Hastings.
Mostly sunny skies are expected, with temperatures reaching approximately 58 degrees.
That is eight degrees warmer than Friday's projected high.
Saturday night remains mostly clear, with temperatures falling near 36 degrees.
The dry conditions could provide an opportunity for residents to finish yard cleanup, collect fallen leaves or prepare outdoor equipment for colder weather later in November.
Sunday, Nov. 8: Temperatures Climb Into the 60s Sunday brings sunshine and a high near 62 degrees.
That is 12 degrees warmer than Friday's afternoon high.
Clear skies are expected Sunday night, with temperatures falling near 41 degrees.
For residents planning outdoor activities, Sunday currently offers one of the milder afternoons in the five day outlook.
Monday, Nov. 9: Warmup Reaches 65 Degrees The warming trend continues Monday, with sunshine and temperatures climbing near 65 degrees.
That would be 15 degrees warmer than Friday's high.
Monday night remains mostly clear, with temperatures falling near 41 degrees.
Tuesday also looks mild, with sunshine and a projected high near 63 degrees.
Hastings Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 5 9 Thursday, Nov. 5: High 52°. Mostly cloudy, with northwest wind gusts reaching 20 mph. Low 31° Thursday night. Friday, Nov. 6: High 50°. Mostly sunny, with partly cloudy skies and a low near 33° Friday night. Saturday, Nov. 7: High 58°. Mostly sunny, with mostly clear skies and a low near 36° Saturday night. Sunday, Nov. 8: High 62°. Sunny, with clear skies and a low near 41° Sunday night. Monday, Nov. 9: High 65°. Sunny, with mostly clear skies and a low near 41° Monday night. Looking Ahead: Mild November Weather Continues The extended outlook keeps Hastings relatively mild through Tuesday, Nov. 10, with a projected high near 63 degrees.
No rain or snow is included in the supplied local forecast through Tuesday.
For now, the biggest weather story is the temperature swing from Thursday night's near freezing conditions to a noticeably warmer Sunday and Monday.
Residents should prepare for a cold Thursday night, then take advantage of the drier, milder weekend weather.
Are you finishing fall yard cleanup this weekend, or enjoying the return of 60 degree temperatures in central Nebraska?