Geography of Nebraska
Geography of Nebraska: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Nebraska
Kansas is 134 mi to the south-east, Kansas City is 163 mi to the south-east, Des Moines is 169 mi to the east and Iowa is 169 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 40°48′49″N 96°42′9.4″W (40.8136, -96.7026)
Quick facts about Nebraska
| Type | State |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°48′49″N 96°42′9.4″W (40.8136, -96.7026) |
| Capital | Lincoln |
| Population | 1.980.000 |
| Area | 77.348 sq mi |
| Abbreviation | NE |
| Time zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 4:24 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
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Summary
Nebraska is a state in United States. Nebraska is a US state with its capital at Lincoln. It has a population of about 2 million. The capital is Lincoln.
Right now it is 70°F (21°C) in Nebraska with clear. It feels like 75°F. Today runs from 67°F to 87°F. Chance of precipitation is 33%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Nebraska is June, July, August, September and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 15°F.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 87°F is in line with the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Nebraska today at 9.1/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Nebraska month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32° | 15° | 1,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 45° | 24° | 0,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 59° | 35° | 2,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 66° | 46° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 75° | 54° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 85° | 66° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 88° | 69° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 85° | 67° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 81° | 61° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 69° | 50° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 53° | 35° | 2,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 26° | 1,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Nebraska?
Nebraska is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 40.8136, -96.7026. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Nebraska right now?
It is currently 70°F (21°C) with clear. Humidity is 90% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Nebraska?
June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Nebraska, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Nebraska in?
Nebraska observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 4:24 PM.
How many people live in Nebraska?
Nebraska has a population of approximately 2 million.
What places are in Nebraska?
Nebraska covers 1 places in this atlas, including Omaha.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 4:24 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
