Nebraska — A thin crust of cold air hangs over south-central Nebraska this morning, rattling flags and carrying the dry bite of February across open fields. In Hastings, temperatures sit near the upper 20s, with a steady northwest breeze adding a sharp edge to the day.
According to the National Weather Service, skies brighten as the day goes on, pushing highs into the low 40s. Even so, shaded roads and bridges remain cold enough for patchy slick spots early, especially after a frosty start.
Conditions turn more unsettled this evening. A brief window for light rain or snow develops, followed by a chance for flurries late tonight. Accumulations look minor, but visibility may dip at times, and untreated roads could turn slick, particularly along Highway 281 and rural routes.
Wednesday stays breezy and cool. Spotty flurries mix with sprinkles during the morning before skies gradually clear. Gusts may top 25 mph, making it feel colder than the low 40s suggest. Drivers should stay alert for blowing dust or brief reductions in visibility.
The weather flips fast by Thursday. Sunshine dominates, and temperatures surge into the low 60s, melting any remaining snow and ice. That meltwater can refreeze after dark as temperatures fall back into the 30s, creating classic flash-freeze conditions on pavement.
Friday and the weekend lean warmer and quieter. Highs climb into the 50s under mostly sunny skies, a sharp contrast to the week’s cold start. The broader 6–10 day outlook favors above-normal temperatures across much of the Plains, hinting that winter may loosen its grip, at least briefly.
Traveling midweek or late at night? Watch for slick patches where melting refreezes. Feeling the warmup already? Share how fast conditions are changing where you are.
Five-Day Outlook for Hastings, NE
- Wednesday: Chance of flurries, windy, high near 42
- Thursday: Sunny, much warmer, high near 61
- Friday: Sunny, high near 54
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 52
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 54
