HASTINGS, Neb. – Rain clouds could dampen parts of south-central Nebraska overnight Friday, but sunshine is set to dominate Saturday. Drivers along U.S. Highway 281 should use caution as light showers pass through Hastings before daybreak. Clearer skies will arrive in time for Saturday morning activities and afternoon football matchups across the region.
According to the National Weather Service, showers taper off early Saturday, leaving behind cooler, comfortable conditions with highs near 70 degrees. Winds will stay light, and skies remain mostly sunny through Sunday, giving Nebraska families a bright and mild weekend.
Friday night events could see lingering wet roads, especially in Adams and surrounding counties. Fans heading to high school football games should plan for damp bleachers and cooler evening air, with lows falling into the mid-40s. By Sunday, sunshine brings highs in the low 70s, perfect for outdoor plans before rain chances build again Monday.
Monday brings a 20 to 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, with highs near 77. The system may create slick roads for morning commuters and those traveling along I-80. Residents are urged to prepare for possible lightning and brief heavy rain during evening hours.
The week ahead trends warmer, with temperatures climbing into the 80s by midweek. Clear skies Tuesday will give way to another round of scattered storms Tuesday night.
Warnings remain limited for now, but updates could follow if storm activity intensifies into next week.
Five Day Forecast for Hastings, Nebraska
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 70, low around 46
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 71, low near 56
- Monday: Showers possible, high near 77, low near 62
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 82, storms possible at night
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 85, low near 64
