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Nebraska Weather Nov. 3-6: 30+ MPH Gusts, Highs Drop to 48° in Hastings
Hastings, NE – Central Nebraska residents face a sharp weather turnaround Tuesday, Nov. 3, as temperatures plunge following Monday's record tying warmth, with northwest wind gusts exceeding 30 mph and
By Caleb Mercer · 2026-11-03T09:04:27.065Z
Hastings, NE – Central Nebraska residents face a sharp weather turnaround Tuesday, Nov. 3, as temperatures plunge following Monday's record tying warmth, with northwest wind gusts exceeding 30 mph and lingering rain continuing through much of the day.
According to the National Weather Service in Hastings, an upper level low pressure system moving northeast through the Plains will keep rain chances in the forecast Tuesday before precipitation gradually diminishes from west to east by early to mid evening.
Temperatures Drop After Record Tying Warmth Tuesday's afternoon temperatures are expected to reach only 48 to 55 degrees across the region, significantly cooler than Monday.
Hastings Airport recorded a high of 78 degrees Monday, Nov. 2, tying its daily temperature record previously reached in 1914, 2005 and 2015.
The airport also measured 1.70 inches of rainfall Monday, breaking the previous Nov. 2 rainfall record of 0.67 inches established in 1998.
Tuesday's cooler conditions will be accompanied by northwest winds of 15 to 25 mph, with gusts exceeding 30 mph.
The combination of gusty winds and lingering rainfall could create uncomfortable conditions for residents traveling or working outdoors.
Rain Ends Tuesday Evening Rain chances are expected to gradually decrease Tuesday afternoon and evening, with drier conditions returning as the weather system moves away.
Wednesday, Nov. 4, should bring partly cloudy skies and highs between 50 and 59 degrees.
A small chance of additional rain returns late Wednesday night into Thursday morning, although widespread precipitation is not anticipated.
Thursday's highs are forecast between 50 and 56 degrees, followed by similar temperatures Friday.
Communities around Hastings, Grand Island, Kearney and surrounding south central Nebraska areas should prepare for gusty conditions Tuesday.
Drivers along Interstate 80 and U.S. Highway 281 should remain alert for changing visibility and crosswinds.
Mainly dry weather is expected through the upcoming weekend.