Omaha’s weather conditions for today, created at 5:15 AM on Saturday, the 22nd of June. Today, a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 81. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. Then, Tonight, showers and thunderstorms likely. Cloudy, with a low around 63. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Sunday, a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 73. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. Looking ahead, Sunday Night, a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. Sunrise today will be at 5:51 am and the sun will set at 9:00 pm.

There are 2 local weather hazards at the time of this report. Here are those local weather hazards.

Hazardous Weather Outlook. This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southwest Iowa, east central Nebraska and southeast Nebraska. Day one. Today and tonight. Scattered thunderstorms are expected to spread into southeast Nebraska early this morning and may affect southwest Iowa by mid- morning. The severe weather potential is low, but may be capable of producing small hail. Additional thunderstorm development is expected Saturday afternoon, with strong to severe storms possible. Large hail and damaging winds will be the primary threats. In addition, heavy rainfall could result in flash flooding. Flooding will continue along the Missouri River from Plattsmouth downstream past Rulo through the coming week, and along the Missouri River above Lewis and Clark Lake. Days two through seven. Sunday through Friday. Thunderstorms are possible on Sunday. The probability for widespread hazardous weather is low. Isolated thunderstorms are possible Wednesday and Thursday nights. Severe potential is uncertain at this time. Spotter information statement. Spotter activation may be needed today and tonight.

Flood Advisory. The Flood Advisory continues for the following river. Missouri River Near Blair affecting Harrison and Washington Counties. Missouri River At Omaha affecting Pottawattamie. Douglas and Sarpy Counties. Precautionary/preparedness actions. Do not drive cars through areas where water covers the road. The water depth may be too great to allow your vehicle to pass safely. Turn around. Stay tuned to the latest developments by listening to NOAA Weather radio. or a local media outlet. The Flood Advisory continues for The Missouri River At Omaha. until further notice. Flood stage is 29. Forecast. River levels will continue to slowly fall, with the river dipping below action stage later next week.

See you tomorrow!

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