It won't be as cold tonight since our southerly breeze sticks around. We drop into the mid 30s for the start of Wednesday.
With gusts up to 40 mph on Wednesday, our temperatures get even warmer. Much of eastern Nebraska reaches into the lower 60s. This will be the third time this year Omaha hits 60!
Our next system makes an appearance by early Thursday. The timing of this system has sped up a little bit. This means the transition from rain to snow is expected earlier and we will dry out in the late evening hours. We start the morning off with scattered rain showers, before it becomes more widespread. Right now, it looks like the transition to snow will be around lunchtime.
Snowfall amounts look light, generally under 2" for much of the region. However, the biggest impact from this will be the strong winds gusting to 45-50mph blowing the snow around reducing visibility. Some travel issues is expected for the Thursday afternoon commute.
St. Patrick's Day begins with a chance for some blowing snow. While, the afternoon brings partly cloudy skies. It will be cold with highs in the low to mid 30s and lows in the mid teens. Winds will still be gusting near 40 mph. Start planning ahead to keep your layers handy if you have evening plans on Friday.
The wind lightens up a bit on Saturday, but it won't be a huge difference. We'll have gusts up to 30 mph, capping our highs in the upper 20s.
Sunday looks to be better with highs in the mid 30s, mostly sunny skies, and a much lighter breeze.
WEDNESDAY
Partly Cloudy
Above Average
Gusty
High: 61
WEDNESDAY NIGHT
Mostly Cloudy
Windy
Low: 42
THURSDAY
Rain to Snow
Gusty
Cooler
Afternoon High: 35
ST. PATRICKS DAY
Partly Cloudy
Cold
Windy
High: 30
Share your weather pictures with KMTV:
- Email to News@3newsnow.com
- 3 News Now Facebook page
- Use the hashtag #3NewsNow on Instagram or Twitter
Download the free Storm Shield app for ANY type of phoneReceive severe weather watches and warnings for your location as you track the storms on radar. Great for use at the office, at home, and while traveling.
