Todays weather in Omaha Nebraska - Sunday - 17 May 2026

(00:00:00) Todays weather in Omaha Nebraska - Sunday - 17 May 2026 (00:00:36) Tonight's Storm Timeline (00:01:18) What to Wear and Bring Today (00:01:39) Weekend Severe Weather Marathon (00:02:04) Watch Versus Warning—Know the Difference (00:02:24) Friday Evening Closing Outlook Omaha's Friday starts mild and clear, but don't let that fool you. Today's omaha weather forecast carries a serious edge: a Severe Thunderstorm Warning is already in effect, and a Severe Thunderstorm Watch covers the entire metro through 1 AM Sunday. This is the beginning of a three-day severe weather marathon stretching Saturday through Monday — and tonight is where it starts.Right now, temperatures are sitting at 66 degrees under mostly clear skies. That calm window closes through the afternoon and into this evening as storm systems push east toward the metro. The exact arrival timing is still fluid, but the broad window is late afternoon through overnight — which means your commute home is directly in play. Pull up radar before you leave the office.When the storms hit, expect quarter-size hail, gusty winds, and heavy rain. Hail at that size damages paint and cracks windshields — if you're parking outside tonight, think about cover now. Active warnings are already posted for Jefferson and Saline Counties through 10:45 PM, with 18 Nebraska counties plus Pottawattamie County in Iowa under the broader watch — including all of Douglas County.Saturday is currently the most concerning day of the weekend: multiple storm rounds, hail, strong winds, and heavy rain are all possible. Sunday and Monday carry similar risks. If you have outdoor plans or anything loose in the yard, act before Saturday morning.Know the difference this weekend: a watch means conditions favor severe weather; a warning means it's happening or imminent. If Douglas County gets a warning, that's your move-now signal. Keep weather app notifications on through Monday.This episode includes AI-generated content.