In the December Second Tuesday at 9 outlook, Nebraska Extension meteorologist Eric Hunt looks ahead to help Nebraska growers set expectations for the 2026 growing season.
Hunt reviews recent weather trends across Nebraska, including precipitation deficits and evolving drought conditions, and explains what current La Niña signals may mean for the months ahead. He also discusses snowpack status and seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks, highlighting why these patterns matter for soil moisture recharge, winter water availability, and early 2026 field and crop management planning.
Watch the outlook for full forecast details.
A Nebraska Extension service, Second Tuesday at 9 is free and open to the public. The next outlook is scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 13, with recordings available to view on CropWatch shortly after 9 a.m.
