Hastings, Nebraska – Thunderstorms could roll into Hastings Tuesday night, with steady showers expected through the weekend in a soggy spring stretch.
According to the National Weather Service in Hastings, a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms begins late Tuesday into early Wednesday. Rain chances sharply rise by Wednesday evening, peaking at 80% by nightfall. A band of slow-moving storms could drop up to a quarter inch of rain or more, potentially leading to standing water on roads like Highway 281 and Highway 6.
Hastings residents should prepare now for reduced visibility, slick roads, and thunderstorm-related delays Wednesday through Thursday night. Winds could gust as high as 25 mph midweek, increasing the risk of fallen branches and minor power disruptions.
Wednesday will be mostly cloudy with a high near 72°F. Storms may return Thursday, with an 80% chance during the day and continued precipitation through Thursday night. By Friday, rain chances drop but still linger at 20%, with cloudy skies and cooler temps around 64°F.
Drivers are advised to monitor updates and avoid flooded roads. Homeowners should secure loose items and check drainage systems ahead of Wednesday’s heavier rain.
Extended 5-Day Spring Forecast for Hastings, NE:
- Tuesday Night: 20% chance of storms, low 48°F
- Wednesday: 70% chance of rain, high 72°F
- Wednesday Night: 80% chance of thunderstorms, low 51°F
- Thursday: Thunderstorms likely, high 68°F
- Friday: 20% rain chance, cloudy, high 64°F
- Saturday: 70% chance of showers, high near 69°F
