Central Nebraska Today Weather

– Widespread 80 degree temperatures are anticipated for both Wednesday and Thursday afternoons, with near-critical to critical fire weather conditions possible across parts of the local area.

– A small chance for thunderstorms is in the forecast Wednesday evening and Thursday. If realized, a strong to marginally severe storm will be possible. Widespread convection or precipitation is not anticipated over this period.

– Temperatures will fall back closer to normal Friday and through the upcoming weekend. In addition, precipitation chances will also increase with a more active weather pattern expected to settle in across the local area by Saturday evening or Sunday.