Hastings, NE – Spring has arrived in Nebraska, bringing warmer temperatures and breezy conditions. The first weekend of the season will see highs in the mid-to-upper 50s, with a slight chance of rain late Saturday night.
According to the National Weather Service, Thursday will be sunny with a high of 42°F before temperatures rise heading into the weekend. Winds will shift from the west to the south, gusting up to 25 mph. Thursday night will be mostly cloudy, with a low around 33°F.
By Friday, temperatures will warm to 55°F, with breezy northwest winds reaching 20 mph. The evening will bring cooler temperatures, dipping to 29°F overnight.
Saturday looks mostly sunny with a high near 61°F, but clouds will build in the evening, bringing a 30% chance of rain before 1 a.m. Sunday will remain breezy and mild, reaching 57°F, with partly cloudy skies overnight and a low of 32°F.
Looking ahead, early next week will bring continued warming, with highs in the mid-to-upper 60s by Tuesday and Wednesday. Travelers on Highway 6 should prepare for gusty winds over the next few days.
As Nebraska welcomes spring, residents can expect a mix of sunshine, wind, and possible showers. Keep an eye on forecasts for updated rain chances this weekend.
