Hastings, Nebraska – A scorching Monday is ahead in south-central Nebraska as Hastings braces for a heat index topping 103°F and possible afternoon thunderstorms. Monday’s high will reach 94°F, continuing a trend of extreme summer heat and unstable air that could bring localized storms and heavy rain by evening.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms may develop after 1 p.m. Monday, with the strongest cells tracking eastward across Adams County. Winds will shift from the southeast at 5 to 10 mph. While widespread severe weather isn’t expected, any isolated storm could bring lightning, gusty winds, and brief downpours. If traveling along US-6 or US-34 near Hastings, be alert for reduced visibility and wet roadways late in the day.
Tuesday will stay hot, with a high near 97°F under mostly sunny skies, followed by a 40% chance of thunderstorms on Wednesday afternoon. Nighttime temps remain warm all week, rarely dipping below 70°F — making it difficult for homes without air conditioning to cool down. Residents should hydrate, limit outdoor activity in the afternoon, and check on vulnerable neighbors.
While relief is on the horizon, thunderstorm chances linger through Friday. More consistent rain and slightly cooler air may arrive by the weekend.
🔎 Five-Day Forecast: Hastings, NE (Starting Monday, July 21)
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 94°F. Thunderstorm chance after 1 p.m. Heat index near 103°F.
- Tuesday: Sunny and hot, high near 97°F. Mostly clear overnight, low around 74°F.
- Wednesday: 40% chance of p.m. storms. High 95°F, low 69°F.
- Thursday: 30% chance of storms after 1 p.m., partly sunny, high 89°F.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, 30% storm chance, high 91°F.
- Saturday: Sunny and hot, high near 95°F.
⚠️ Stay tuned for updated advisories as storm chances and heat remain elevated into the weekend.
