Omaha, NE – Thunderstorms and gusty winds are expected to sweep across Omaha Tuesday night, bringing slick roads and potential travel delays.
According to the National Weather Service, a band of showers and possible thunderstorms will begin moving through the region after 8 p.m. Tuesday. Gusts could reach up to 30 mph, especially near I-80 and surrounding highways. Motorists should slow down, allow extra travel time, and avoid flooded roadways if conditions worsen.
Tuesday’s daytime hours will remain mostly cloudy with a high near 62°F. Winds will strengthen by the evening as storms move in. The chance of rain increases to 100% after 8 p.m., with the potential for over a quarter-inch of rainfall overnight.
By Wednesday, conditions ease slightly, but a 20% chance of scattered showers lingers in the morning. Expect a high of 63°F with breezy southwest winds continuing. Wednesday night will be clearer, with lows around 35°F.
The remainder of the week remains unsettled:
- Thursday: Partly sunny with a high of 57°F, slight chance of evening showers.
- Friday: Showers possible again. Highs near 58°F.
- Saturday: Rain continues with highs in the upper 50s. Gusts may reach 23 mph.
