Weather Watch: Storms on the Way | Lincoln News

0:00Alright, let's talk about this weather pattern we're seeing. For the rest of this week and into next, expect temperatures to hover around what's normal for mid-September. It's not just about the heat though, the atmosphere is getting busy with several opportunities for rain and thunderstorms. Keep an eye out, especially on Friday because some of those storms could get a little rowdy. Earlier today, we saw some clouds moving through with a 30% chance of scattered showers and storms in the southeast part of Nebraska and into Kansas. The afternoon should clear up a bit, bringing seasonable temps in the upper 70s to mid-80s. Thursday looks pretty similar, mostly sunny with a slight 20% chance of storms popping up in the central and western areas late in the day. Now Friday is where things might get interesting. It's going to be warmer and a bit breezy, with that 30% chance of scattered storms returning in the afternoon and evening. The main concern here is the possibility of large hail and strong winds, though the chance of tornadoes remains very low.

1:02So, while it's not a major alert, it's definitely something to be aware of if you're in central or eastern Nebraska. Looking ahead to the weekend, things cool back down. We're talking highs mostly in the 70s on Saturday and then a mix from the low 70s to mid-80s on Sunday. But don't get too comfortable with the quiet, because this active weather pattern isn't going anywhere. We'll see another warm up on Monday, before another dip in temperatures on Tuesday. The forecast shows continue chances for rain throughout this extended period, so it looks like we'll be dealing with this dynamic weather for a. While, that's your Lincoln News today update AI-powered and always on.