The best times to visit Eastern Nebraska for ideal weather are

April 30th to June 24th

or

August 6th to October 28th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Eastern Nebraska Travel Info

Weather in Eastern Nebraska

Temperature

Average temperatures in Eastern Nebraska vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 37th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Eastern Nebraska, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 92.7°F (33.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 66.1°F (18.9°C) at night.

Eastern Nebraska Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Eastern Nebraska Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Eastern Nebraska Perceived Temperature (F)

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Eastern Nebraska Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Eastern Nebraska Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 41 26.3 15
Feb 39.2 25.8 15.3
Mar 57.7 41.4 28.3
Apr 67.4 51.8 39.7
May 77.7 63.5 51.9
Jun 85.6 72.8 61.6
Jul 89.9 76.7 64.8
Aug 85.8 72.8 61.7
Sep 81.7 65.4 52.2
Oct 69.4 53.4 41.2
Nov 53.8 38.9 27.3
Dec 40.9 29.1 19.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 5 -3.2 -9.4
Feb 4 -3.4 -9.3
Mar 14.3 5.2 -2.1
Apr 19.7 11 4.3
May 25.4 17.5 11.1
Jun 29.8 22.7 16.4
Jul 32.2 24.8 18.2
Aug 29.9 22.7 16.5
Sep 27.6 18.6 11.2
Oct 20.8 11.9 5.1
Nov 12.1 3.8 -2.6
Dec 4.9 -1.6 -6.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Eastern Nebraska are January, February, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid June with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of June 11th.

When can you find snow in Eastern Nebraska? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Eastern Nebraska.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Eastern Nebraska (in).

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 1% 0 0.1
Feb 2% 0 0.3
Mar 6% 0 0.5
Apr 20% 0 2.7
May 23% 0 5.2
Jun 25% 0 4.3
Jul 10% 0 1.2
Aug 19% 0 3.7
Sep 15% 0 1.8
Oct 10% 0 1.6
Nov 4% 0 0.5
Dec 7% 0 0.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 1 0 0.3
Feb 2 0 0.8
Mar 6 0 1.3
Apr 20 0 6.9
May 23 0 13.2
Jun 25 0 10.9
Jul 10 0 3
Aug 19 0 9.4
Sep 15 0 4.6
Oct 10 0 4.1
Nov 4 0 1.3
Dec 7 0 2.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Eastern Nebraska has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is April (47.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (67.9%).

Wind in Eastern Nebraska is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by May and March. April’s average wind speed of around 10.4 knots (12 MPH or 19.3 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid April where average top sustained speeds reach 21.4 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Eastern Nebraska.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 8.8 Gentle breeze 18.2 Strong breeze
Feb 9 Gentle breeze 17.3 Strong breeze
Mar 9.5 Gentle breeze 19.1 Strong breeze
Apr 10.4 Gentle breeze 20.4 Strong breeze
May 9.8 Gentle breeze 19.3 Strong breeze
Jun 8.5 Gentle breeze 17.9 Strong breeze
Jul 5.7 Light breeze 12.6 Strong breeze
Aug 5.4 Light breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Sep 6.1 Light breeze 13.6 Strong breeze
Oct 8 Gentle breeze 16.4 Significant breeze
Nov 9.1 Gentle breeze 17.9 Strong breeze
Dec 8.2 Gentle breeze 16.2 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 54%
Feb 60.2%
Mar 48.4%
Apr 47.6%
May 53.2%
Jun 58%
Jul 61.1%
Aug 66.9%
Sep 58.2%
Oct 50.1%
Nov 55%
Dec 67.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Eastern Nebraska?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Eastern Nebraska, the United States is July, followed by August and February. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Eastern Nebraska in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 42.4 in November means 42.4% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Eastern Nebraska Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 80.4°F (26.9°C) and 37.3°F (2.9°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 2 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 3 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Eastern Nebraska, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 86.6°F (30.3°C) and 46.1°F (7.8°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 5 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Eastern Nebraska to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 0 to 2 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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