Hastings, Nebraska – Drivers and weekend planners in central Nebraska should keep umbrellas handy Friday, as showers and gusty winds return to Hastings before calmer spring weather settles in.
According to the National Weather Service, a 20 percent chance of rain lingers Friday, May 2, with gusty winds northwest winds up to 15 mph and gusts reaching 25 mph during the day. Though rainfall amounts will be minimal, motorists on US-281 and US-6 could experience wet roads and reduced visibility by mid-morning.
By Friday night, skies begin to clear with overnight lows dipping to 39°F, setting the stage for a string of sunny, mild days. Saturday and Sunday will bring highs in the mid-70s under mostly clear skies—ideal for outdoor events, yard work, and spring travel across Adams County.
Expect cool overnight lows in the 40s through the weekend, so gardeners and early risers should plan accordingly. The National Weather Service outlook into early next week shows a return to brief rain chances by Monday night, with a 20 to 40 percent chance of showers and isolated thunderstorms continuing through Wednesday.
🔎 5-Day Spring Forecast for Hastings, NE
- Friday: 66°F, slight chance showers, windy
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 74°F
- Sunday: Sunny, high 76°F
- Monday: 20% chance of showers, high near 74°F
- Tuesday Night: 40% chance of showers and storms, low near 53°F
