Omaha, Nebraska – Strong winds are rattling much of eastern Nebraska and western Iowa today, with gusts up to 55 mph expected through 9 p.m. Friday. Drivers on I-80 and I-29 should use extreme caution, especially in high-profile vehicles, as blowing dust and sudden gusts could reduce visibility and control.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha, a Wind Advisory remains in effect for counties including Douglas, Sarpy, Lancaster, and Pottawattamie. Winds from the west are peaking between 30 to 40 mph, with bursts up to 55 mph likely. Loose outdoor items should be secured, and brief power outages remain possible due to tree damage.
In Carter Lake and the greater Omaha metro area, Friday’s high will reach 73°F under mostly cloudy skies with a slight chance of evening showers. By Saturday, skies clear with sunny and calmer weather returning, bringing a high around 73°F again—though gusts may still hit 21 mph.
Looking ahead, moisture returns Sunday afternoon with scattered showers and a 40% thunderstorm chance. Heavier rainfall is likely Sunday night into Monday, with rain chances as high as 90%. Temperatures stay in the low- to mid-70s through early next week, with persistent overnight rain risk into Tuesday.
Five-Day Outlook (Carter Lake/Omaha area):
- Saturday: Sunny, high 73°F
- Sunday: Afternoon rain possible, high 76°F
- Monday: Showers likely, high 74°F
- Tuesday: Continued showers and storms, high 72°F
- Wednesday: Partial clearing, high 65°F
