Nebraska Fall Weather Alert: Warm, Sunny Stretch to Continue Through Friday Before Weekend Cooldown
HASTINGS, Nebraska — South-central Nebraska residents are enjoying a warm, sunny stretch of fall weather this week, with temperatures resembling late September rather than mid-October. Forecasters say the trend will continue through Friday, before a weekend cooldown brings the first hint of seasonal change.
Sunny, Comfortable Days Ahead
The National Weather Service reports daytime highs will reach around 78°F on Thursday and climb near 80°F on Friday under mostly sunny skies. South winds between 15 and 25 mph will keep mornings crisp and afternoons mild — perfect conditions for leaf viewing, football games, and harvest events.
Travelers on U.S. Highway 6 and Interstate 80 can expect ideal driving conditions through the end of the week with minimal weather disruptions.
Cooler Weekend on the Way
Friday will cap off the week with abundant sunshine before slightly cooler air moves in Saturday. Temperatures will dip slightly to around 79°F, remaining partly sunny and pleasant. By Sunday, highs rebound near 84°F, but light rain and cooler temperatures are expected by early next week, with highs falling into the low 70s by Tuesday.
Meteorologists say this may be one of Nebraska’s last warm stretches of the season, as a stronger cold front is expected mid-month, signaling the start of the first true fall chill across the Plains.
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