Hastings, Nebraska – Severe thunderstorms could sweep across eastern Nebraska Friday night, bringing the risk of damaging winds and heavy rain after a day of cloud cover and muggy highs in the low 90s.
According to the National Weather Service in Hastings, storm activity may develop later this evening, with some storms reaching strong to severe levels. The primary threats include 60 mph wind gusts and localized flooding. While early Friday remained mostly dry, thunderstorm chances increase into the overnight hours, especially east of Kearney and Grand Island.
Saturday will bring a shift to calmer conditions, with diminishing clouds and highs around 85°F. Sunday and Monday turn hotter, with mostly sunny skies and highs soaring into the low to mid-90s. Areas including Hastings, York, and Holdrege should prepare for elevated heat early next week.
Residents are urged to secure outdoor items and remain weather-aware through Friday night. Charge phones in case of outages and avoid flooded roads if heavy rain develops. Storms clear out by Saturday morning, but more thunderstorm chances return Tuesday and could linger through the end of next week.
⚠️ Storm alerts remain in effect for Friday night. Monitor NWS updates for changes.
🌤️ 5-Day Nebraska Forecast:
- Friday: High 83–92°F, PM storms likely east; severe threat overnight
- Saturday: High 80–85°F, clearing skies, calmer winds
- Sunday: High 88–93°F, mostly sunny, dry
- Monday: High 90–95°F, increasing clouds, humid
- Tuesday: Storm chances return, highs near 90°F, stay weather-aware
