Nebraska begins the morning under a muted, cloudy sky as cold air clings to the Missouri River basin. Frost edges car windows, and the pavement holds that slightly wet sheen that hints at quick freezing once flakes begin falling. It’s a classic early-December setup—quiet now, but ready to shift.
According to the National Weather Service, Omaha and Carter Lake will watch a developing snow chance tonight, with the best opportunity arriving Saturday morning through midday. Accumulations appear light—generally less than an inch—but even a thin coating may turn slick quickly as temperatures stay in the 20s and lower 30s. North winds could gust up to 20 mph, adding a brisk feel and reducing visibility in flurries.
Meteorologists now track a broader winter pattern stretching from the Northern Plains into the Midwest. While the heaviest snow bands remain to the east, models hint at a “winter tease” for eastern Nebraska as moisture brushes the area Saturday. Snow should taper by afternoon, leaving colder air behind for Sunday.
Sunday brings a sharp December cooldown, with highs only near the upper teens. Sunshine returns, but so does the sting of north wind funneling across open fields. Any moisture left on elevated roads may freeze hard, especially early in the day. Plan extra caution for church travel, shopping runs, or airport plans at Eppley Airfield.
A gradual warmup begins Monday, though mornings stay frosty.
5-DAY OUTLOOK
• Today: Mostly cloudy; highs near 31.
• Saturday: Light snow likely; less than 1 inch; breezy.
• Sunday: Sunny but cold; highs near 19; freeze risk.
• Monday: Sunny; highs near 44.
• Tuesday: Mostly sunny; highs near 50.
