Hastings, NE – Temperatures will climb sharply in central Nebraska starting Thursday, with the National Weather Service warning of near-dangerous heat levels by Friday afternoon. Hastings is expected to hit 91°F Thursday before surging to 96°F Friday, pushing heat index values into levels that can quickly cause dehydration or heat exhaustion during outdoor activity.
According to the National Weather Service in Hastings, south winds will strengthen Thursday, gusting up to 30 mph, adding to the challenge for anyone working or recreating outside. The hottest conditions are expected from midday Friday through early evening, with only limited relief overnight as lows stay in the low 70s.
Residents are urged to limit strenuous outdoor activity during peak afternoon hours, drink plenty of water, and check on vulnerable neighbors. Farmers and outdoor workers should schedule the most labor-intensive tasks for early morning. While the weekend will keep highs in the mid-90s, a shift to more seasonable temperatures is expected by Monday.
Heat advisories could be issued if temperatures trend higher than expected. Updates will be issued daily, and the hottest stretch should ease by early next week.
Five Day Hastings, NE Forecast:
- Thursday: Sunny, breezy afternoon gusts up to 30 mph. High 91°F, low 71°F
- Friday: Hot and sunny, peak afternoon heat. High 96°F, low 73°F
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, continued heat. High 96°F, low 72°F
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, slight cooling. High 92°F, low 69°F
- Monday: Slight chance of storms after 1 a.m., partly cloudy. High 89°F, low 67°F
