Residents across Nebraska should prepare for potential severe thunderstorms Tuesday night as weather officials warn of strong winds, hail, and heavy rain. Storms are forecast to develop by evening, continuing overnight, with the highest risk along the I-80 corridor. The National Weather Service has identified high winds and quarter-sized hail as the primary threats, though tornado potential remains low.
According to the National Weather Service in Hastings, storms are expected to intensify after sunset, bringing gusts up to 60 mph and hail around 1 inch in diameter. The strongest storms could impact areas from Kearney to Hastings and eastward toward York and Lincoln. The storm threat will linger into early Wednesday morning, and residents should monitor weather alerts and take precautions to secure outdoor items.
The detailed forecast shows that Tuesday will start mostly sunny with highs near 82°F, though conditions will shift quickly by nightfall. Rain and thunderstorms are likely after midnight, with a 60% chance of precipitation. Rainfall could exceed a quarter of an inch in localized areas.
On Wednesday, storms will clear in the morning, leaving cooler conditions with highs around 57°F. Winds from the northwest will reach 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. Thursday will see a dip in temperatures, with a high of 57°F and sunny skies. Clear, cooler conditions will persist into Friday, with temperatures reaching 62°F.