Hastings, Nebraska – Severe storms are expected to develop around 2 p.m. Monday across south-central Nebraska, with Hastings directly in the path of damaging winds and large hail. A summer weather alert has been issued for counties along and south of Interstate 80.
According to the National Weather Service in Hastings, thunderstorms will intensify Monday afternoon and persist through the evening. Wind gusts could reach 60 mph, and hail may grow to the size of quarters, especially in areas west of Highway 281 and near Lexington, Greeley, and Kearney. Localized downpours may reduce visibility and create hazardous road conditions during the late-day commute.
Storm chances increase into Monday night, with the highest risk stretching from Buffalo and Hall counties into north-central Kansas. Residents should secure outdoor items, monitor alerts, and avoid unnecessary travel once storms begin to move in.
The threat shifts but doesn’t end Tuesday, with another round of storms possible after 1 p.m., continuing into Tuesday night. Confidence is highest for areas south of I-80, where heavy rainfall could lead to localized flooding in low-lying spots.
By midweek, temperatures rise into the 90s, but spotty afternoon thunderstorms may still disrupt outdoor activities into Thursday.
Five-Day Forecast for Hastings, NE:
- Monday, June 23: High 79°F. Severe storms likely after 2 p.m. Wind gusts up to 25 mph.
- Tuesday, June 24: High 85°F. Showers and storms likely after 1 p.m. Chance of severe weather.
- Wednesday, June 25: High 91°F. Mostly sunny with a 40% storm chance in the afternoon.
- Thursday, June 26: High 86°F. Partly sunny, continued storm chances.
- Friday, June 27: High 94°F. Dry and mostly sunny. Low around 68°F.
- Saturday, June 28: High 90°F. Mostly sunny with a slight chance of evening showers.
