Geography of Omaha
Geography of Omaha: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Omaha
Des Moines is 122 mi to the east, Iowa is 122 mi to the east, Kansas is 153 mi to the south and Kansas City is 165 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 41°15′23.4″N 95°56′4.2″W (41.2565, -95.9345)
Quick facts about Omaha
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Nebraska |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 41°15′23.4″N 95°56′4.2″W (41.2565, -95.9345) |
| Population | 490.000 |
| Known for | Old Market and Henry Doorly Zoo |
| Local time | 12:34 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
Omaha is a city in Nebraska. Omaha is known for Old Market and Henry Doorly Zoo. It has a population of about 490.000.
Right now it is 71°F (22°C) in Omaha with overcast. It feels like 74°F. Today runs from 65°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 5%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Omaha is 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 87°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 15°F.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 89°F is 4.5°F above the 84°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Omaha today at 9.8/10. 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 Omaha 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 | 31° | 15° | 1,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 44° | 23° | 0,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 57° | 34° | 2,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 65° | 45° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 74° | 54° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 85° | 66° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 87° | 69° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 84° | 67° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 81° | 61° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 69° | 50° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 52° | 35° | 1,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 41° | 25° | 1,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Omaha?
Omaha is a city in Nebraska. Its coordinates are 41.2565, -95.9345. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Omaha right now?
It is currently 71°F (22°C) with overcast. Humidity is 73% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Omaha?
August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Omaha, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Omaha in?
Omaha observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 12:34 PM.
How many people live in Omaha?
Omaha has a population of approximately 490.000.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - 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 25, 2026 at 12:34 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
