Omaha, Neb. – October is starting more like summer than fall, with highs pushing near 90°F and gusty winds returning by Thursday. Drivers on I-80 and I-29 should prepare for crosswinds and shifting travel conditions as the week progresses.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha, Wednesday brings mostly sunny skies and highs near 87°F. Winds will strengthen by Thursday, gusting up to 18 mph, with another hot afternoon near 88°F. The heat peaks Friday, topping out around 91°F, with gusts as high as 23 mph.
The unseasonable warmth poses concerns for outdoor workers, athletes, and those with respiratory issues, especially during peak afternoon hours. Officials recommend staying hydrated, limiting strenuous activity during midday, and securing lightweight outdoor equipment that could blow into traffic.
Friday night offers little relief, with lows holding near 68°F under mostly clear skies. Saturday stays warm at 88°F before clouds increase. By Sunday, a shift arrives with scattered showers and thunderstorms developing. South winds up to 25 mph could make driving more difficult on open stretches of highway.
The system cools Omaha by Monday, when highs dip to the mid-70s. Rain chances continue into early next week, bringing the season’s first real taste of fall weather.
Warnings may be issued ahead of Sunday’s storms. Residents should monitor forecasts for changes as stronger cells could impact evening plans.
Five Day Forecast for Omaha, Nebraska
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 87°F, breezy.
- Thursday: Sunny, high 88°F, gusts near 18 mph.
- Friday: Sunny, high 91°F, gusts near 23 mph.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 88°F, breezy.
- Sunday: Showers and storms, high 83°F, gusts near 25 mph.
