OMAHA, Nebraska – The plains wake under calm, clear skies this morning, with a hint of frost on the fields and rooftops. After several chilly starts, a stretch of brighter, milder days will carry the region toward the weekend—though another round of clouds and cooler air waits on the horizon.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha/Valley, Thursday will bring abundant sunshine and highs near 65°F, a full 10 degrees above seasonal norms. Winds will turn gently from the south, keeping conditions pleasant across both Nebraska and western Iowa. By Friday, that warming trend peaks near 70°F under mostly sunny skies, perfect for outdoor cleanup, early travel, or pre-holiday decorating.
However, models suggest a weak front arriving late Saturday could introduce the next shift. Clouds will increase during the day, and light rain may develop late Saturday night into Sunday, especially along and east of I-29. While rainfall totals should stay light, slick roads may slow early morning travel. Temperatures will slide back into the upper 50s by Sunday and the low 50s Monday as cooler northwest winds take hold.
The pattern marks a classic November transition—mild air giving way to a “Winter Tease” as colder air builds over the northern Plains. For now, Omaha and Council Bluffs can expect several near-perfect fall days before the weekend brings a reminder that Thanksgiving is fast approaching—and true winter isn’t far behind.
Five-Day Forecast for Omaha, NE:
Thu: 65/43 – Mostly sunny; calm and pleasant.
Fri: 71/52 – Sunny; breezy south wind.
Sat: 67/40 – Increasing clouds; rain possible late.
Sun: 57/38 – Partly cloudy; chance of light rain.
Mon: 50/36 – Mostly cloudy; cooler and breezy.
