Omaha drivers and residents should prepare for wet roads and possible lightning delays Sunday as fall weather brings storm chances back. Showers and thunderstorms could arrive late in the weekend, threatening travel on I-80 and outdoor events across the metro.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha, scattered thunderstorms are possible Sunday afternoon and evening, with rain chances near 30 percent. Temperatures will climb to 80 degrees, but shifting winds and incoming moisture may spark localized downpours. Drivers should monitor conditions closely, especially on major corridors like I-80 and Highway 75.
Saturday offers a quieter stretch with partly sunny skies and highs near 76, giving residents a brief break before Sunday’s active setup. Sunday night could turn damp, with rain lingering into Monday morning. While totals remain light, brief heavy rain pockets may still impact commutes and flights at Eppley Airfield.
Early next week, the pattern continues unsettled. Monday holds storm chances after 1 p.m., though most of the day will be dry. By Tuesday and Wednesday, scattered showers remain possible, with highs easing back into the upper 70s.
Residents should keep devices charged and have alternate travel routes ready. Outdoor plans Sunday afternoon may need backup options, especially if storms fire late day.
Warnings remain possible if storms intensify, with the National Weather Service monitoring conditions through Sunday evening.
Five-Day Forecast for Omaha, Nebraska:
- Saturday: Partly sunny, high 76, calm winds.
- Sunday: Storm chances after 4 p.m., high near 80.
- Monday: Scattered storms, high 82.
- Tuesday: Chance of showers, high 77.
- Wednesday: Breezy with showers, high 75.
