Mild Today, Much Colder and Snow Possible Thursday

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Temperatures in Lincoln, Nebraska will be well above average for mid-February today, but a cold front is expected to move in on Thursday, bringing much colder temperatures and a good chance of snow with light to moderate snowfall accumulation likely. The colder, below average temperatures are expected to stick around through the weekend before warmer weather returns next week.

Why it matters

The dramatic temperature swing and potential for snow in the region could impact travel, outdoor activities, and energy usage as residents adjust to the rapid change in weather conditions.

The details

Today will be mostly sunny to partly cloudy, mild, and a bit breezy, with high temperatures around 50 to 65 degrees and west to southwest winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. However, Thursday will be mainly cloudy, much colder, and breezy, with a good chance of snow and light to moderate snowfall accumulation likely. Low temperatures will range from around 10 to 35 degrees, with high temperatures in the low 20s to low 40s and north to northwest winds of 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph, which will make it feel even colder.

• Today will be mostly sunny to partly cloudy, mild and a bit breezy.
• Thursday will be mainly cloudy, much colder and breezy, with a good chance of snow.
• The colder, below average temperatures are expected to stick around Friday through Monday.
• Warmer temperatures are expected to return on Tuesday.

What’s next

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for parts of Central and Northwestern Nebraska due to the potential for moderate snow accumulation on Thursday.