Omaha, NE – Severe weather potential will return this evening, primarily affecting northeast Nebraska. Residents should prepare for quarter-sized hail and wind gusts exceeding 60 mph. The severe weather threat is expected to last from 8 PM to 2 AM.
According to the National Weather Service Omaha/Valley Nebraska, there is a 20-40% chance of thunderstorms in the risk area, with a 5-20% chance of individual storms being severe. The storms could produce damaging winds and hail, prompting a threat level assessment of 2 for the highest risk areas.
Current weather conditions in Omaha are clear with temperatures reaching up to 94°F today. Wind gusts are expected to reach up to 7 mph throughout the day. The air quality index is moderate at 52, similar to the previous day.
The upcoming week will see temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to high 90s. Tuesday will be sunny with a high of 96°F, while Wednesday could reach up to 99°F. By Thursday, temperatures will cool slightly to 89°F, with similar conditions expected into the weekend.
