Hastings, Nebraska – After a stormy Monday night in parts of Nebraska, residents are enjoying a calm, sun-filled Tuesday with seasonal temperatures and light east winds ranging from 5 to 10 mph. Afternoon highs will stretch between 84 and 92 degrees, offering a brief window of summer ease before the weather pattern turns more active.
According to the National Weather Service in Hastings, conditions will remain warm through Wednesday, with a slight chance of late-night thunderstorms both tonight and tomorrow. While today’s weather poses no immediate threats, better chances for storms — including the potential for severe weather — return Thursday afternoon and evening.
Cities across south-central Nebraska, including Kearney, Grand Island, and Hastings, can expect mostly clear skies during daylight hours, with late-night rumbles possible. Residents are urged to monitor evening skies and be weather-aware overnight, especially if traveling.
Though no alerts are in effect yet, the NWS notes that future watches or warnings may be issued as Thursday’s system develops. Keep phones charged, secure outdoor items, and review severe weather plans ahead of the midweek shift.
Five-Day Weather Snapshot for South-Central Nebraska:
- Tuesday: Sunny, 84–92°F, light east winds
- Wednesday: Warmer, slight PM storm chance, highs in low 90s
- Thursday: Stronger storms possible PM, highs in mid-80s
- Friday: Clearing, breezy, highs near 80°F
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, cooler, highs in upper 70s
