Hastings, Nebraska – A brief round of morning thunderstorms could disrupt travel and outdoor plans in Hastings on Thursday, July 17th, before the region shifts into a much hotter and more humid weekend pattern.
According to the National Weather Service, a slight chance of showers and isolated thunderstorms will develop before 7 a.m. Thursday, with lingering activity possible into the late morning. Storms will be scattered, but any cells that do form could produce brief heavy rain and localized gusts. Winds will remain light from the northeast around 5 mph. Thursday’s high will reach 75°F, with increasing warmth expected by Friday.
By Friday, July 18th, Hastings is looking at highs climbing to 85°F under mostly cloudy skies. Another chance of afternoon thunderstorms could return by evening, with a 30% chance of rain continuing into early Saturday. Thunderstorms are again possible Saturday morning, but skies will gradually clear heading into Sunday.
Here’s a look at the five-day forecast starting Thursday:
- Thursday, July 17: Slight chance of morning storms, high of 75°F, light northeast winds
- Friday, July 18: 30% chance of storms, high near 85°F
- Saturday, July 19: AM storms possible, high 89°F
- Sunday, July 20: Mostly sunny, high near 93°F
- Monday, July 21: Sunny and hot, high near 95°F
Heads up: Monday and Tuesday bring peak summer heat with minimal rain chances. Stay hydrated, limit outdoor activity during peak afternoon hours, and monitor updates for potential heat advisories.
