Justin Craft

Critical fire weather conditions are expected today across portions of central and north central Nebraska due to gusty northerly winds and low humidity. Outside of the warning, elevated to near critical fire weather conditions will be likely this afternoon and evening. #NEwx

Freeze Warning tonight 10 PM–8 AM CDT with lows near 32°. Sensitive vegetation could be damaged or killed if left unprotected. #NEwx

After today, a rainy and cool start to the week is expected with temperatures warming back up by the end of the week.

A pattern shift is on tap after one more mild day today. Temps cool for Saturday, with highs reaching just the 40s-50s. Expect increased cloud cover and precip chances Sat-Tues, along with stronger NW winds on Monday. Widespread accumulating rain is expected Sun-Mon. #NEwx

A Fire Weather Watch has been issued for Wednesday afternoon and evening for portions of western and north central Nebraska. #newx

As some humidity returns northward from the Gulf, scattered thunderstorms will be possible late Wednesday afternoon and evening. A severe storm or two could occur. Strong, possibly damaging winds and hail will be possible. #newx

As some moisture/humidity returns northward from the Gulf, isolated thunderstorms will be possible late Wednesday afternoon and evening. A severe storm or two could occur. Strong, gusty winds and hail could occur. #newx

A cold night is in store across the area overnight tonight. Winds will decrease under clear skies and allow for low temperatures by Saturday morning to range from the lower to middle 20s. #newx

A fire weather watch is in effect for all of western and north central Nebraska Thursday through Thursday evening. Any fire starts may spread rapidly and be difficult to control. #newx

Temperatures will range from the upper 40s across north central to the low 60s across southwest Nebraska. Winds will be out of the south around 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. The strongest winds will be across the northern Sandhills. #NEwx

Spring Swings Ahead: Wind, Warmth, and a Midweek Cooldown #newx #cooldown knopnews2.com/2026/04/03/spr…

Two rounds of precipitation are expected this week across western and north central Nebraska. Most areas will see 0.25-0.50" of precipitation, with up to 1" possible east of Hwy 83. Light snow accumulations are possible near the SD border. #NEwx

A Red Flag Warning is in effect Saturday across western and north central Nebraska. Warm temperatures, low humidity, and southwesterly wind gusts up to 50 mph will create critical fire weather conditions. Avoid outdoor burning and activities that could create sparks. #NEwx

Red Flag Warning in effect until Friday morning, snow chances this weekend. #newx #firewx knopnews2.com/2026/03/12/red…

Warm and windy Thursday with Red Flag Warning before weekend rain and snow chances. #newx #warm knopnews2.com/2026/03/12/war…

A mild, sunny weekend is ahead! ☀️ Enjoy highs returning to the 70s by Sunday. However, the warmth on Sunday & Monday will cause fire weather concerns to increase. A sharp cooldown with gusty NW winds and mixed precip chances returns Tuesday-Wednesday. #NEwx

A marginal risk of severe weather is expected this evening across portions of southwest and into north central Nebraska. Hail up to 1 inch is the main threat. #newx

The potential for snow arrives Thursday night into Friday. The Pine Ridge has the greatest possibility to see accumulations with up to 3 inches possible. In addition, some stronger winds could make travel difficult. #newx

Travel hazard alert! ⚠️ Fog is expected tonight into Tuesday morning, mainly in central and SW Nebraska, where visibility could drop below 1 mile. Slick spots are also possible. If you must travel, slow down, keep lights on, and leave extra space. #NEwx

After a cool and slightly unsettled Monday and Tuesday (highs in the 40s/50s), we’ll see a significant warmup 📈 Wednesday and Thursday with highs reaching the 70s in some areas. ☀️ Colder air returns Friday with more precipitation chances. #NEwx