OMAHA, NE – The prairie air feels alive again this Monday morning as gusty southerly winds stir dry leaves along I-80 and through downtown Omaha. A bright sunrise will quickly warm the metro, but another sharp cool-down is already moving in from the Plains—signaling that fall’s first real chill is waiting just beyond midweek.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha/Valley, south winds will build through the morning, gusting near 30 mph before shifting northwest late Monday. Temperatures will top out near 67 °F under plenty of sun, then drop quickly into the 40s by evening. Tuesday brings a repeat of breezy sunshine, though highs fall closer to 59 °F as drier air pours in behind the front.
By Wednesday, the air turns crisp and still—a perfect setup for clear, chilly nights. Lows are expected to dip into the upper 30s across eastern Nebraska and western Iowa, with early frost possible in sheltered valleys near Carter Lake and Bellevue. Residents with gardens or potted plants should plan to cover or bring them in midweek.
Looking beyond Wednesday, temperatures hover in the mid-60s Thursday before cloud cover thickens Friday. A weak system could trigger a few light showers into Friday afternoon, followed by another cool push that drops lows near the upper 30s again by the weekend.
It’s a clear signal of what’s ahead: steady sunshine, long shadows, and the growing chance of a First Fall Freeze arriving before Halloween week.
Five-Day Forecast for Omaha, NE:
Mon: 67/46 – Sunny, breezy; gusts near 30 mph.
Tue: 59/37 – Sunny; brisk northwest wind easing late.
Wed: 64/38 – Clear, crisp; early frost possible.
Thu: 66/47 – Mostly sunny; calm and pleasant.
Fri: 63/47 – Cloudy; slight chance of light showers.
