OMAHA, Neb. – Overnight storms could disrupt parts of eastern Nebraska late Monday into Tuesday morning, bringing heavy downpours and a few strong cells capable of thunder and gusty winds. Drivers may encounter wet roads during the early Tuesday commute, especially around Omaha and Lincoln.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha, scattered showers and thunderstorms will continue overnight, with chances of locally heavy rain reaching up to 60 percent. Lingering showers are possible Tuesday morning before conditions gradually improve through the afternoon.
By midweek, skies turn mostly clear with highs in the low 80s Wednesday and upper 80s Thursday. Warmer air builds into Friday, pushing highs near 90 degrees across much of eastern Nebraska. Light rain chances—between 15 and 30 percent—may return at times, though the overall pattern favors dry, sunny afternoons.
Residents should remain alert for overnight storms, secure outdoor items, and allow extra time for the morning drive Tuesday. Updates from the National Weather Service will continue as needed if stronger storms develop.
Five Day Forecast for Omaha, Nebraska:
- Tonight: Showers and storms, lows 59–62
- Tuesday: Morning storms, highs 76–84, lows 59–62
- Wednesday: Mostly clear, highs 81–85, lows 60–64
- Thursday: Mostly clear, highs 83–87, lows 64–67
- Friday: Warming, highs 86–91
