Nebraska – Low clouds drift over Omaha this morning as misty rain taps against windshields along the Missouri River. Commuters across eastern Nebraska and western Iowa are already seeing damp pavement and gray skies.
Drivers moving along I-80, I-480, and Highway 75 may encounter steady rain and occasional thunder as the system pushes through the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha, rain and thunderstorms remain likely through the afternoon, with precipitation chances around 70 percent across Douglas County. Temperatures will climb toward 68 degrees, unusually mild for early March across eastern Nebraska and southwest Iowa.
Rainfall totals may range between 0.10 and 0.25 inches, though locally higher amounts are possible beneath heavier downpours. Brief thunder and gusty winds could accompany stronger cells.
Road conditions may remain slick through the day, especially during heavier rain bursts. Plan extra time for travel across metro Omaha and Council Bluffs.
Conditions shift quickly heading into the weekend. Clouds begin breaking Saturday morning as cooler northwest air arrives, bringing temperatures closer to 53 degrees with increasing sunshine through the afternoon.
Sunday looks even brighter. Sunny skies return across the Omaha metro area with highs near 68 degrees, offering a classic early spring feel across eastern Nebraska.
Early Sunday morning also marks the return of Daylight Saving Time, when clocks jump forward one hour at 2 a.m. The change means longer daylight through the evening hours.
Another warming trend develops early next week. Monday brings sunshine and highs near 70 degrees, signaling the start of a milder pattern across the central Plains.
Rapid temperature swings this time of year can occasionally create flash freezing on bridges after sunset if moisture lingers on pavement.
Are you seeing rain where you are in Omaha or Council Bluffs today? Let us know what conditions look like in your neighborhood.
Five Day Outlook — Omaha, Nebraska / Council Bluffs, Iowa
Saturday: Becoming sunny and cooler. High 53°F.
Sunday: Sunny and pleasant. High 68°F.
Monday: Sunny and mild. High 70°F.
Tuesday: Slight chance of rain. High 66°F.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny and cooler. High 56°F.
