A chance of rain is expected in Omaha early Monday, as meteorologist Bill Randby provides the forecast for the day. He rates the weather outlook as tolerable, with the morning potentially being affected by showers during the morning commute. The Storm Prediction Center has elevated the slight risk area for severe weather to include the Omaha metro area, primarily due to storms approaching from the west.
Randby indicates that while there will be some showers and possibly stronger storms around 7 a.m., the overall expected rainfall is minimal, with Eppley Airfield reporting only 0.07 inches from early morning thunderstorms that produced wind gusts between 40 to 60 mph. The forecast for Monday includes a high of 83 degrees, slightly cooler than the seasonal average, with a low of 67 degrees, which is right on target.
The atmosphere is quite muggy, with higher dew points in the 70s contributing to the instability necessary for potential rain. The forecast indicates rain chances will decrease after the morning, with sunny conditions returning in the afternoon.
Looking ahead to Tuesday, temperatures are expected to rise to between 85-87 degrees with mostly sunny skies, followed by even warmer weather on Wednesday with highs reaching 91 degrees. Although there’s a possibility of rain on the evening of Independence Day, many outdoor celebrations may still enjoy pleasant weather.
Overall, while rain is on the horizon for Monday morning, the second half of the day and the upcoming week promises warmer and sunny weather, perfect for summer festivities. This hopeful outlook aims to keep spirits high for those planning July 4th celebrations.