Omaha, NE – Strong southeast winds up to 45 mph are sweeping across eastern Nebraska Tuesday, with potential severe storms looming by evening.
A Wind Advisory remains in effect until 7 p.m. CDT Tuesday for Omaha and surrounding areas, including key travel corridors like I-80. Residents can expect sustained winds of 25 to 30 mph, with gusts topping 45 mph in some spots. Drivers, especially those operating high-profile vehicles, should use extreme caution and secure loose outdoor items to prevent hazards.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha/Valley, Tuesday night brings a 90% chance of showers and thunderstorms, continuing into early Wednesday morning. Some storms may become severe by Wednesday evening, with threats of large hail and damaging winds across south-central to eastern Nebraska and into western Iowa.
By midweek, weather conditions improve. Wednesday will be mostly sunny with a high near 63°F, but winds could still gust up to 29 mph.
Extended Omaha 5-Day Forecast:
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 58°F. Slight chance of evening showers.
- Friday: Cloudy with showers likely. High of 58°F.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, slight chance of showers. High of 52°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high of 51°F.
- Monday: Clear skies return, high near 55°F.
