Omaha, Nebraska – Arctic air is expected to remain an intermittent but persistent influence across eastern Nebraska from Jan. 24 through Jan. 30, keeping temperatures trending below normal at times as the region sits near the southern edge of the broader cold pattern.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, eastern Nebraska falls within a roughly 50 to 60 percent probability range for below-normal temperatures during the Jan. 24–30 period. While confidence is lower than across the Upper Midwest, the signal still favors colder-than-average conditions with limited opportunities for sustained warming before the end of the month.
Across the Interstate 80 corridor, including Omaha, Lincoln, and surrounding communities, daytime highs are expected to dip below late-January averages at times, while overnight lows frequently fall into the teens and 20s. Cold nighttime temperatures could allow icy patches to linger on bridges, overpasses, and untreated roads, particularly during early morning travel.
Farther east toward the Missouri River Valley, slightly milder air may occasionally move in during the afternoon, but nighttime cooling is still expected to support refreezing. Rural and open areas may also experience enhanced cooling overnight, increasing the risk for slick spots on secondary roads.
The Nebraska Department of Transportation urges drivers to remain cautious during overnight and early morning hours when refreezing is most likely. Residents are encouraged to monitor temperature swings, protect exposed pipes during colder nights, and remain weather-aware.
While confidence remains moderate to lower, the broader Arctic pattern continues to influence the central Plains, keeping below-normal temperatures a continued possibility across eastern Nebraska through Jan. 30.
