Weekly Weather Update: Parade of Fronts

October 17, 2025

Weekly Weather Update: Parade of Fronts

By Eric Hunt - Agricultural Meteorology and Climate Resilience Extension Educator

U.S. temperature outlook map showing a high probability of above-normal temperatures across most of the central and western United States, including Nebraska. Areas along the East Coast and parts of Alaska show near-normal conditions, while far western Alaska is below normal.

A series of weather systems will move through Nebraska next week, bringing early rain chances followed by a sharp warm-up that could reach near-record highs. The temperature swing may influence soil moisture, fieldwork timing, and late-season crop maturation.

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