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Nebraska Weather & Climate: the United States of America

Climate by month across Nebraska, the United States of America, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Nebraska

Nebraska in the United States of America sees its peak temperatures in July (30°C (86°F)) and its coolest in January (0°C (32°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Omaha, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

The weather in Nebraska during May and September is comfortably warm, with average temperatures ranging from 23°C (73°F) to 25°C (77°F).

The colder months are generally January, February and December.

Precipitation in Nebraska varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in August with 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain, while January stays relatively dry with 16 mm (0.6 in). The period of January is the driest, with precipitation levels below 16 mm (0.6 in).

Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for July, when daylight hours are at their peak.

Explore Nebraska by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nebraska — and find the best time to visit. (based on Omaha)

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Climate map of Nebraska

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Omaha 1°C (34°F) 30°C (86°F) -10°C (14°F) 19°C (66°F) 912 mm (36 in) 2,736 hours
Lincoln 2°C (36°F) 31°C (88°F) -10°C (14°F) 19°C (66°F) 865 mm (34 in) 2,756 hours
Kearney 3°C (37°F) 31°C (88°F) -10°C (14°F) 18°C (64°F) 679 mm (27 in)
North Platte 3°C (37°F) 31°C (88°F) -11°C (12°F) 17°C (63°F) 601 mm (24 in)
Grand Island 2°C (36°F) 31°C (88°F) -9°C (16°F) 18°C (64°F) 750 mm (30 in)
Sidney 4°C (39°F) 32°C (90°F) -11°C (12°F) 15°C (59°F) 486 mm (19 in)

Places in Nebraska, the United States of America

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