Thunderstorms, Hail Possible for Omaha Area

Scattered showers and storms likely Thursday afternoon and evening, with risk of severe weather this weekend.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 11:06am

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The Omaha area is expected to see a significant chance of thunderstorms and rain on Thursday, with the potential for severe weather including large hail, damaging winds, and even isolated tornadoes, especially south of the I-80 corridor. The stormy pattern is expected to continue through the weekend, with additional chances for severe storms on Saturday afternoon and again on Monday evening.

Why it matters

Severe thunderstorms can pose a serious threat to public safety, causing property damage, power outages, and even injuries or loss of life. Residents in the Omaha metro area will need to closely monitor the weather forecasts and be prepared to take shelter if warnings are issued.

The details

According to Meteorologist Caitlin Harvey, the Omaha area will see increasing cloud cover throughout Thursday, with a 60% chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms by the afternoon and evening hours. The storms could produce large hail up to golf ball size, wind gusts up to 65 mph, and even isolated tornadoes, especially south of the I-80 corridor. The stormy pattern is expected to continue into the weekend, with additional chances for severe storms on Saturday afternoon and again on Monday evening.

  • Thunderstorms and rain likely to develop by Thursday afternoon, continuing into the evening hours.
  • Chance for severe storms, including large hail and damaging winds, increasing on Saturday afternoon.
  • Another round of potentially severe storms expected Monday evening.

The players

Caitlin Harvey

A meteorologist who provided the weather forecast for the Omaha area.

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What they’re saying

“We're getting the showers. Thunderstorms are April showers if you will. So dry here this morning that won't last all day.”

— Caitlin Harvey, Meteorologist

What’s next

Residents in the Omaha area should closely monitor the weather forecasts and be prepared to take shelter if severe thunderstorm warnings are issued.

The takeaway

The Omaha metro area is facing an active and potentially dangerous weather pattern over the next several days, with the risk of large hail, damaging winds, and even isolated tornadoes. Residents should stay vigilant, have a plan in place, and be ready to seek shelter if severe storms develop.