Hastings, Nebraska – Hazy skies are set to clear over much of Nebraska Saturday, but residents should stay alert for late-night storms as smoke drifts east and temperatures hold steady in the upper 70s to mid 80s through Monday. According to the National Weather Service in Hastings, the main window for thunderstorms (30-50% chance) opens late Saturday night and continues into Sunday morning, potentially impacting early travel and outdoor plans. By Sunday, most storms will have shifted to isolated showers, though there’s a 20-40% risk for a few redeveloping thunderstorms by evening, especially in central and eastern counties.
Daytime conditions will be mostly cloudy Sunday, with highs in the low 80s from Hastings through Grand Island and Kearney. Monday offers drier, sunnier weather and a brief break from the haze, with highs near 86°F. Minor storm chances (10-25%) return Tuesday, but much of the area looks to remain dry as the week begins to warm up again.
Drivers should watch for reduced visibility where smoke lingers, and consider flexible plans Sunday morning and evening when storms are most likely. The next weather update will follow as additional advisories are issued.
