Grand Island, NE – A warm overnight low of 60 degrees on March 28 has broken the daily temperature record in Grand Island, marking an unusual shift in Nebraska’s early spring climate patterns.
According to the US National Weather Service in Hastings, the Grand Island Central Nebraska Regional Airport recorded a low of 60°, surpassing the previous March 28 record of 54°, set in 2007. Hastings also broke its record with a warm low of 59°, up from the old mark of 55°.
The temperature readings represent warm minimum temperatures, not daytime highs, underscoring how mild the overnight hours were across central Nebraska. These unusually high low temperatures are significant during a time of year when average lows typically hover in the upper 30s to low 40s.
Warm lows can signal shifting weather patterns, increased humidity, and changes in jet stream dynamics. While the temperatures offered temporary relief from cooler March nights, they may also impact agricultural timelines and pest cycles if the pattern continues.
Residents are encouraged to monitor upcoming forecasts as warmer-than-usual trends continue into early April. No immediate severe weather is expected, but seasonal allergies and early plant growth could be triggered by this warming trend.
