Hastings, Nebraska – Hot, stormy weather will move into south central Nebraska Friday afternoon, bringing weekend thunderstorm chances and highs in the 90s just in time for Father’s Day.
According to the National Weather Service in Hastings, a 20% chance of thunderstorms arrives after 1 a.m. Friday night, increasing slightly through Saturday night. Temperatures will climb throughout the weekend, peaking near 93°F Saturday. Showers and isolated thunderstorms are possible each evening through Monday night, with gusty winds and small hail not ruled out.
Drivers on I-80 and Highway 281 should remain alert for rapidly changing weather conditions, especially between Grand Island and Hastings. While severe weather isn’t anticipated, strong outflow winds and brief downpours may impact travel visibility and road traction.
Localized rainfall totals are expected to remain light, but areas that see repeated storms could accumulate a quarter-inch or more. Residents planning outdoor Father’s Day activities should monitor conditions closely and consider morning outings over late afternoon ones.
Humidity will remain high, with heat indices nearing 95°F in some cities by Sunday. Stay hydrated, avoid extended sun exposure, and charge mobile devices ahead of evening storm risks.
Conditions trend drier by Wednesday, with mostly sunny skies returning.
🌤️ 5-Day Forecast for Hastings, NE (June 12–17)
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 86°F
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 90°F; 20% storm chance late
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 93°F; 40% evening storm chance
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high near 89°F; 40% storm chance
- Monday: High near 92°F; 40% chance of storms, especially in the evening
