Omaha is starting Wednesday with clear skies and temperatures around 57 degrees, but the calm opening will give way to a warm, windy afternoon. Highs should reach near 77 degrees before a few showers and thunderstorms become possible this evening.
Most of the day stays mostly sunny, with Wednesday winds gusting as high as 25 to 35 mph. A dense fog advisory remains in effect until 11 a.m. for parts of central and northeastern Nebraska, though Omaha is expected to avoid significant visibility problems.
Warm Afternoon, Breezy Evening Storm Risk
Wednesday has a 40% chance of scattered thunderstorms, with showers and thunderstorms possible from 6 p.m. into the evening. The newest outlook is a substantive shift from the earlier Hoodline forecast, putting more emphasis on storms and a wetter Halloween stretch.
The National Weather Service describes a low-end severe threat in the broader region Wednesday evening, with damaging wind or hail the main concerns if stronger storms develop. The greater tornado concern is expected farther northeast, but Omaha-area residents should still keep an eye on changing conditions after sunset.
Showers and storms are possible from 6 p.m. to midnight. Even a quick shower could mean slick pavement for evening drivers and late-night travelers.
Thursday Offers A Brief Dry Reset
Thursday looks like the week's cleanest outdoor window, with sunny skies, no meaningful rain chance and a high near 70 degrees. That break will be short-lived, as rain chances increase Thursday night, with showers and thunderstorms possible.
Halloween Weekend Leans Wet
Friday stays cloudy with showers and thunderstorms likely, along with a high near 68 degrees. Saturday, Halloween, is also forecast to bring showers and storms with a high near 67, making a rain-friendly costume plan a smart move.
Saturday evening could offer occasional breaks, but the overall forecast still leans wetter than not for outdoor Halloween plans. Sunday looks better, with partly sunny skies and a high near 69, before rain chances increase again Monday and Tuesday.
Another Rain Round Arrives Next Week
Monday is forecast to bring rain, with a high near 65 degrees, as showers continue into Tuesday. Tuesday remains unsettled, with rain and a high near 60 degrees.
