Omaha woke to clear skies and temperatures in the mid-40s Tuesday, but the afternoon will feel more like late spring than late October. Sunshine will push the temperature to about 73 degrees, with light south-southeast winds and virtually no chance of rain.
Warmth Holds Through Thursday
Clouds increase Tuesday night as temperatures settle near 52 degrees, with only a slim chance of a stray shower. Wednesday should be mostly sunny and reach 75 degrees, followed by an even warmer Thursday with a high near 77, according to the National Weather Service Omaha/Valley.
Friday Turns Windy
Friday stays warm, with a high around 76 degrees, but south-southeast winds will strengthen to 9 to 16 mph and could gust as high as 26 mph in Omaha. The weather service says parts of the region could see gusts from 30 to 40 mph, raising fire-danger concerns around dry standing crops.
No watches or warnings were listed for Omaha in the latest forecast. Still, Friday may be a day to secure loose patio items, allow extra time for high-profile vehicles and think twice before burning yard debris.
Showers Return This Weekend
Saturday begins partly sunny and warm, with a high near 74 degrees, but rain showers could develop after 1 p.m. Omaha currently has a 30% chance of showers, while an isolated rumble of thunder cannot be ruled out in the broader area.
Showers could linger Saturday night before Sunday turns cooler, with a high near 68 and a slight chance of rain. Monday looks mostly sunny but cooler at around 64 degrees, making Thursday the best bet for outdoor plans before the wind and unsettled weekend weather arrive.
