Nebraska – Low, gray clouds hang over the Missouri River this morning as light drizzle mixes with fog, softening tail lights and dampening pavement from Omaha into Council Bluffs. The air feels cool and still, and early Thanksgiving travelers along I-80 and I-29 should prepare for reduced visibility and slower pacing through the morning hours. Drivers should use low beams, keep phones charged, and allow extra time as conditions shift.
According to the National Weather Service Omaha/Valley office, patchy fog and drizzle remain possible through midmorning across Douglas, Sarpy, Pottawattamie, and Mills counties. Visibility may fall sharply east of the river, especially in low-lying areas near Carter Lake and along local interchanges. The drizzle leaves a thin sheen on bridges, so travelers should watch for quick traction changes.
According to meteorologists, skies stay mostly cloudy today with temperatures climbing into the low 50s. Winds stay light, which allows moisture to linger longer than usual for late November. To be fair, this setup brings minimal hazard but can still slow traffic as holiday travel ramps up. A slight rain chance returns Friday, though most locations stay dry.
According to NWS guidance, Saturday turns sunny with highs near 59—excellent conditions for outdoor cleanup or early decorating. Sunday continues mild before winds strengthen slightly as another system approaches from the northwest. Models hint at an early “winter tease” by Tuesday as cooler air dips south. Flurries remain unlikely for Omaha, but the temperature pattern shows a classic pre-Thanksgiving shift.
With exactly one week until Thanksgiving, regional travel picks up quickly. Fog, drizzle, and Friday’s light rain may slow early departures, so planning flexible routes will help long-distance drivers.
Five-Day Forecast for Omaha, NE:
Sat: 59/39 – Mostly sunny; mild for November.
Sun: 60/41 – Sunny; steady breeze.
Mon: 58/38 – Mostly cloudy; slight drizzle risk.
Tue: 52/37 – Cooler; early winter tease north.
Wed: 54/36 – Clear; excellent Thanksgiving travel.
