Hastings, NE – A stretch of hot, stormy weather is expected to impact Nebraska communities this week, with forecasters warning of the potential for severe thunderstorms and temperatures approaching triple digits.
According to the US National Weather Service Hastings Nebraska, the pattern will remain active with storm chances each night and rising temperatures through Thursday. Tuesday night’s forecast calls for a 20% chance of storms late, with lows between 64 and 70 degrees. By Wednesday, there is a 30% chance of scattered storms, especially in northeastern areas, with highs reaching 86 to 96 degrees.
Thursday is expected to bring the highest risk for severe weather, as the forecast highlights a 50-70% chance of storms and the greatest severe potential over the next three days. Highs on Thursday may climb between 88 and 101 degrees, with some locations possibly nearing 100 degrees. According to the National Weather Service, storm coverage will likely peak Thursday, and some storms could become severe.
Looking ahead to Friday, storm chances decrease slightly to 20-30%, with high temperatures ranging from 78 to 88 degrees and overnight lows dropping to 55-66 degrees.
Meteorologists recommend residents stay updated on local weather alerts and prepare for rapidly changing conditions, especially Thursday when severe storms are most likely. Wind gusts could reach up to 25 mph on Wednesday and Thursday, adding to safety concerns.
As the weather pattern evolves, residents are urged to take precautions against heat and keep an eye out for official advisories in case storm threats intensify later in the week.
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