Windy Start to Easter Weekend, Then Pleasant Sunday

Severe weather threat moves on, but blustery conditions expected Saturday before warmer temps on Easter.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 9:49pm

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A vast, atmospheric landscape painting depicting the sweeping plains of Nebraska under a dramatic, stormy sky. The scene uses deep perspective and dramatic lighting to convey the scale and power of the changing weather conditions.As a severe weather system departs Nebraska, the state braces for a chilly, windy Easter weekend before a pleasant Sunday.Lincoln Today

The severe weather threat has moved on from Nebraska as of Friday evening, but travelers to the east and southeast should still stay weather aware as a Tornado Watch and Severe Thunderstorm Watch remain in effect until 10 p.m. Temperatures will drop below freezing overnight, and strong northwest winds up to 45 mph are expected on Saturday, making for a chilly day. However, Easter Sunday is forecast to be pleasant with warmer temperatures, making it ideal for outdoor egg hunts.

Why it matters

Nebraska residents and travelers need to be prepared for rapidly changing weather conditions over the Easter weekend, with the potential for severe storms and high winds that could impact travel and outdoor activities. The shift to warmer, calmer weather on Sunday is good news for families celebrating the holiday.

The details

After the severe weather threat moved out of Nebraska on Friday evening, the state is expected to see chilly overnight temperatures dropping below freezing to start the Easter weekend. By late Saturday morning and afternoon, northwest winds will ramp up, with gusts reaching 35-45 mph throughout the state. The blustery conditions will make high temperatures in the 50s feel much cooler under partly cloudy skies. However, Easter Sunday is forecast to be pleasant with warmer temperatures, making it ideal for outdoor activities like egg hunts.

  • The severe weather threat moved out of Nebraska by Friday evening.
  • A Tornado Watch and Severe Thunderstorm Watch are in effect until 10 p.m. Friday night for areas to the east and southeast.
  • Overnight lows are expected to drop below freezing to start the Easter weekend.
  • Blustery northwest winds up to 45 mph are forecast for late Saturday morning and afternoon.
  • Easter Sunday is expected to be pleasant with warmer temperatures.

The players

10/11 Severe Weather Team

The weather forecasting team at local Nebraska news station 10/11.

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What they’re saying

“From the 10/11 Severe Weather Team, wishing you and yours a Happy Easter!”

— 10/11 Severe Weather Team

What’s next

Beyond this weekend, next week will be active with almost daily chances at precipitation. Higher chances for more widespread precipitation looks to fall around next Thursday-Sunday.

The takeaway

Nebraska residents and travelers should be prepared for rapidly changing weather conditions over the Easter weekend, with the potential for severe storms and high winds on Saturday before a pleasant Easter Sunday. The shift to warmer, calmer weather on Sunday is good news for families celebrating the holiday.