Omaha, NE – Nebraska’s spring weather is turning active, with a high fire danger Tuesday followed by growing storm chances starting Wednesday night across the Omaha metro area.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha, very dry conditions and gusty winds will elevate fire risks Tuesday afternoon in northeast Nebraska. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged, and residents are urged to stay alert for emergency updates. These threats are especially relevant along the I-80 corridor, where dry brush and high winds create a volatile mix.
A calm Wednesday will give way to changing conditions midweek. A 30% chance of rain enters the forecast Wednesday night, with increased storm development expected Thursday evening into early Saturday. Thunderstorms could bring gusts up to 30 mph and locally heavy rain.
Highs will stay in the low to mid-60s through Wednesday before jumping to 74°F by Thursday. Breezy winds from the south will drive warmer air across the region. Friday brings a brief warm-up with temperatures near 82°F before more rain chances return Saturday.
Looking ahead, Omaha can expect cooler spring weather next week, with scattered showers and highs dropping into the 50s and 60s.
Five-Day Omaha Forecast:
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 64°F
- Thursday: 20–30% chance of rain and storms, high 74°F
- Friday: Breezy and sunny, high 82°F
- Saturday: Showers likely, high 64°F
- Sunday: Rain chance continues, cooler, high 52°F
