Omaha, Nebraska – Severe thunderstorms packing damaging wind gusts are expected to strike southeast Nebraska and southwest Iowa by Tuesday midday, triggering a summer weather alert just ahead of the Fourth of July holiday.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha, storms will move from central Nebraska into the Omaha metro and areas south of I-80 early Tuesday. Cities like York, Lincoln, and Nebraska City face the highest risk for 60+ mph gusts, with the threat clearing by noon. Travelers along I-29 near Council Bluffs should also watch for debris or downed limbs Tuesday morning.
After the storms, the focus shifts to intense summer heat. Highs will rise from 88°F Tuesday to 94°F by Friday, July 4, with light-to-moderate winds and full sunshine expected. Omaha and Lincoln residents planning outdoor celebrations should prepare for sun exposure and dehydration risks — wear light clothing, drink water frequently, and take breaks in the shade.
The Fourth of July looks dry, hot, and breezy. Firework displays will go on under clear skies, but fire danger may increase in grassy areas. No rain is expected through Sunday.
📅 5-Day Forecast: Tuesday, July 1 – Sunday, July 6 (Fourth of July Weekend)
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 88°F. Light wind.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 91°F. Winds up to 17 mph.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 94°F. Gusts to 17 mph.
- Friday (July 4): Sunny, high 94°F. Breezy and dry — heat precautions advised.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, chance of PM storms. High near 89°F.
- Sunday: Slight chance of showers. Partly cloudy, high 87°F.
