HASTINGS, Neb. – Drivers across south central Nebraska face tricky conditions tonight as isolated storms linger, especially north of Interstate 80. A Flood Warning remains active in Mitchell County, Kansas, until 2 p.m. Tuesday, creating travel concerns in border counties. Residents are urged to stay alert and avoid flooded roadways.
According to the National Weather Service in Hastings, the best chance for storms overnight lies along and north of I-80 or east of Highway 281. These storms are not expected to reach severe levels, but heavy downpours may briefly reduce visibility and pond water on roadways.
By Wednesday, skies turn mostly sunny with highs near 83 degrees in Hastings. Winds will shift from the east to the southeast at 5 to 10 mph, signaling a stronger warming trend. Thursday brings highs in the mid-80s, followed by a climb into the low 90s Friday, a sign that summerlike heat is returning despite the September calendar.
Residents should prepare for quick changes this week: carry water during outdoor activities, check cooling systems, and monitor forecasts for additional flood advisories. Spotty storm chances return Saturday night into Sunday, but widespread severe weather remains unlikely at this time.
Warnings remain in place for Mitchell County through Tuesday afternoon, but Nebraska’s conditions are expected to stabilize through the rest of the week.
Five Day Forecast for Hastings, Nebraska
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 83, low 63.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 86, low 68.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 91, low 70.
- Saturday: Slight chance of storms, high 88, low 63.
- Sunday: Spotty storms possible, high 84, low 61.
