Nebraska Weather Forecast
Nebraska weather: 74°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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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).
Best time to visit Nebraska
Go in June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Nebraska compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Nebraska.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 134 mi | 58°F | +35°F warmer | 40 in |
| Kansas City | 163 mi | 58°F | +34°F warmer | 44 in |
| Iowa | 169 mi | 53°F | 34°F cooler | 37 in |
| Des Moines | 169 mi | 53°F | 34°F cooler | 37 in |
| Missouri | 286 mi | 58°F | +35°F warmer | 39 in |
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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 74°F (23°C) with clear. Humidity is 65% and wind is 3 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 10:16 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| 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 10:16 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
