Hastings, NE – Hastings faces a challenging week of weather conditions, with fire weather hazards and a frost risk threatening local agriculture and outdoor activities. The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for much of the area, highlighting the potential for critical fire weather conditions on Monday from 1 PM to 9 PM. Wind gusts of up to 45 mph, combined with humidity levels as low as 15-20%, make any fire that develops likely to spread quickly.
In addition to the fire weather risks, frost and freezing temperatures are forecasted for late Monday night into Tuesday morning. While southern areas, especially parts of Kansas, are more vulnerable to damage, other regions may also experience sub-freezing temperatures. Agricultural sectors should prepare for possible damage to early spring vegetation.
Looking ahead, near-critical fire weather conditions will persist Tuesday through Thursday, with northwest winds continuing to gust in the 30 mph range. For the entire week, the area faces a mix of sunny and partly cloudy days, but the critical fire and frost risks remain in place.
Safety Tips: Avoid outdoor burning during the Red Flag Warning and ensure fire-prevention measures are in place. If you’re in a frost-sensitive area, protect plants from the cold with covers or by bringing them inside overnight.
5-Day Forecast
Tuesday: High of 68°F, mostly sunny with a slight chance of frost overnight (Low: 31°F).
Wednesday: Sunny skies, high of 80°F.
Thursday: Mostly sunny, high of 83°F with a slight chance of thunderstorms.
Friday: High of 85°F, mostly sunny.
Saturday: A slight chance of showers, high near 62°F.
