Omaha, NE – Fall is bringing heat before the breeze. Nebraska and Iowa residents should prepare for sunny skies and rising winds this weekend.
According to the National Weather Service, Omaha and Council Bluffs will see temperatures near 91 degrees on Friday, October 3, with breezy conditions expected by Saturday. Drivers on I-80 and I-29 should use caution as gusts could reach 30 mph, especially for high-profile vehicles.
Friday’s forecast calls for sunny skies with south winds increasing to 13 mph, gusting up to 21 mph. Saturday will bring even stronger breezes, with gusts approaching 30 mph in the metro area. Residents planning outdoor events, football games, or Halloween decorating should secure loose items and plan for stronger afternoon winds.
Looking ahead, Sunday and Monday carry slight chances of showers and thunderstorms, with highs falling into the low-to-mid 70s. Cooler nights will settle in, with lows dropping into the mid-50s.
Here’s the 5-day forecast for the Omaha–Council Bluffs metro:
- Friday, Oct. 3: Sunny, high near 91, breezy south winds.
- Saturday, Oct. 4: Mostly sunny, high near 89, windy with gusts up to 30 mph.
- Sunday, Oct. 5: Partly sunny, chance of storms, high near 83.
- Monday, Oct. 6: Showers possible, high near 74.
- Tuesday, Oct. 7: Mostly sunny, high near 73.
This early October stretch offers plenty of sunshine but also reminders of seasonal change. Stay alert for shifting winds, and plan fall activities accordingly.
