Monthly precipitation totals map

September Summary: August Lite

October 19, 2023
While precipitation varied widely in Nebraska throughout September, temperatures were well above average across the entire state, with several cities setting record highs.

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14 day temp outlook map

Weekly Weather Update and Outlook: Oct. 12, 2023

October 13, 2023
Nebraska will have another dip in temperatures this weekend into next week, with many sites from Hastings to the east-central part of the state potentially receiving their first freeze.

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Oct. 7 temperature outlook

Weekly Weather Update and Outlook: Oct. 5, 2023

October 6, 2023
Nebraska's first freeze for the season is expected tonight, followed by mild weather until mid-week, when another chance of precipitation is anticipated to arrive. 

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Seven day precipitation forecast map

Weekly Weather Update and Outlook: Sept. 28, 2023

September 28, 2023
A near-record warm period is expected to close out September, and October will begin with widespread rainfall in Nebraska.

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Precipitation forecast map

Weekly Weather Update and Outlook: Sept. 21, 2023

September 21, 2023
A preview of precipitation expectations for the rest of September, and insights on how this year's corn maturity timeframe may affect final yields. 

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Heat wave temperature map

August Brings Record Heat and Drought Relief

September 15, 2023
Though August began with drought-relieving rainfall in Nebraska, it ended in a record-setting heat wave that took a toll on crops and livestock across almost all of the state.

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Temperature outlook

Weekly Weather Update and Outlook: Aug. 31, 2023

August 31, 2023
Nebraska is entering another stretch of hot weather, beginning September with well above average temperatures and low chances for rainfall.

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Heat wave sunrise on wheat farm
In addition to intense heat, the next decent chance of rain for the main corn-soybean producing sections of the state is likely 10-14 days out.

Emerging Issue: Hot and Dry Finish to August

August 18, 2023
Nebraska will experience above-average temperatures next week, and with meager to no precipitation anticipated, the heat will undoubtedly have an impact on rainfed crops that are stressed or on the verge of stress.

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