Nebraska starts the morning with a thick, muted haze draped across fields, roads, and parking lots. Headlights glow through the fog like dim lanterns, and the damp air clings to windshields and jackets. With Thanksgiving only a week away and travel already picking up, conditions today demand slower speeds and extra caution.
Dense fog lingers through mid-morning, reducing visibility across south-central Nebraska, including the Hastings region. Drivers should allow extra time, use low-beam headlights, and expect slicker patches on rural roads where moisture settles more heavily. Traffic remains slowest before 9 a.m., especially near fields and river valleys where fog tends to thicken.
As the day progresses, skies stay mostly cloudy, and temperatures climb into the lower 50s. Light winds keep the air steady, but conditions will shift again as we head toward Friday. Models point to a 70% chance of rain by early Friday morning, potentially affecting early commutes and the first wave of Thanksgiving travel. The rain may fall steadily at times, and even light accumulations can reduce traction near I-80 and secondary routes funneling regional travel.
Friday afternoon gradually dries, though clouds hang on. Temperatures stay cool in the 40s. By Saturday, the region finally enjoys sunshine and calmer travel conditions—ideal for anyone heading out for holiday shopping or early family trips. Sunday stays mild and sunny, offering the best window of the weekend.
Nationally, meteorologists continue to watch a strong pattern shift that could deliver heavy snow to portions of the Northwest, Central U.S., and even the Northeast between November 25 and December 3. Cooler air may spread across much of the country heading into Thanksgiving, raising questions about potential travel impacts.
Five-Day Outlook
Friday: Rain likely. High 46.
Saturday: Sunny. High 58.
Sunday: Mostly sunny. High 59.
Monday: Mostly cloudy. High 52.
Tuesday: Mostly sunny. High 46.
