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OMAHA, Neb. — The National Weather Service in Omaha/Valley says an arctic air mass will plunge into eastern Nebraska and western Iowa midweek, bringing the coldest temperatures of the season and possibly threatening 100-year-old record lows early Thursday morning (Dec. 4).
Forecast Lows Thursday Morning:
- Onawa: -12°F
- Tekamah: -10°F
- Yankton: -8°F
- Wayne: -8°F
- Omaha: -6°F
- Lincoln: -6°F
- Columbus: -6°F
- Red Oak: -7°F
- Norfolk: -4°F
- Nebraska City, Beatrice, Falls City: -2°F
Impacts:
- Wind chills will make it feel 10 to 20 degrees colder, especially before sunrise Thursday.
- Frostbite risk increases on exposed skin in under 30 minutes.
- Icy roads and frozen pipes possible overnight.
Safety Tips:
- Bundle up in layers and limit time outdoors.
- Protect pets and livestock.
- Let faucets drip to prevent frozen pipes.
- Check on elderly neighbors and anyone without reliable heat.
This arctic outbreak marks one of the most intense early-December cold snaps in recent history, with subzero readings widespread across Nebraska and Iowa before gradual moderation heading into the weekend.
