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December 2009 Breaks Monthly Snowfall Record
Needless to say, December 2009 will not soon be forgotten for its share of wintry weather across south central Nebraska and north central Kansas. The month featured 2 significant snow events, one focusing on the Dec. 7th and 8th time frame, and the other spanning several days during the week of Christmas, including long lasting blizzard conditions on Christmas Day.
December 2009 Weather Summary
December 2009 was both cold and snowy at Grand Island and Hastings. The average monthly temperature at Grand Island was 18.3 degrees, which was 7.3 degrees below normal. Hastings had an average monthly temperature of 18.6 degrees which was degrees 8.1 degrees below normal.
December 2009, A Top Five Coldest December on Record
Not surprisingly, December 2009 will go down in the record books as one the top 5 coldest on record across south central Nebraska and north central Kansas. Average temperatures for the month were 7 to 9 degrees below normal across the area.
When was the last time it was this cold?
GIVEN THE UNUSUALLY SHARP ARCTIC BLAST THAT HAS TAKEN AIM UPON SOUTH CENTRAL NEBRASKA AND NORTH CENTRAL KANSAS...SOME MAY BE WONDERING HOW LONG IT HAS BEEN SINCE THE REGION LAST EXPERIENCED SUCH COLD TEMPERATURES.
Snow, Wind and Cold January 6th through the 9th
Snow and strong winds accompanied an arctic airmass that settled in across the Central Plains region January 6th through the 9th.
2009 A Summary of Tornadoes and Significant Weather Events
The following is a summary of significant weather events of 2009 which impacted south central Nebraska and north central Kansas. Each month contains a summary of web stories and the events which occurred.
New Years Day Climatology
As we ring in 2010, here is a look at some New Years Day climatology for the area...
Summary of the Christmas Blizzard
The Christmas Blizzard of 2009 will be one blizzard which will not soon be forgotten and will draw memories of raging blizzards of years past. For 18 to 24 hours, a large part of south central Nebraska and extreme northern Kansas was blasted with 30 to 60 mph winds, visibilities less than one half mile and frequent white out conditions. Winds dropped off dramatically by dawn Saturday, December 26th, although still gusted to 35 mph.
Freezing Rain and Snow December 23
A strong storm system began moving out of the southwestern U.S. on Wednesday, December 23rd...bringing with it a mixed bag of wintry precipitation to the area. By sunrise Wednesday, freezing drizzle, freezing rain, sleet and snow were all being observed across central and south central Nebraska, as well as portions of north central Kansas.
What are the Chances of a White Christmas?
For those inquisitive minds wanting to know the odds of a white Christmas across south central Nebraska and north central Kansas, Santas reindeer have tabulated the numbers and here are their findings...
Third Coldest Start to December on Record
F YOU THOUGHT IT HAS BEEN AN ABNORMALLY COLD START TO DECEMBER...YOU WOULD BE RIGHT. THE FIRST 15 DAYS OF DECEMBER RANK AS THE THIRD COLDEST ON RECORD AT GRAND ISLAND...HASTINGS...AND KEARNEY. IT WAS THE COLDEST START TO DECEMBER SINCE 1972.
Scenes of Winter
Periods of freezing drizzle and light snow on December 13th left a coating of ice and snow on trees and other outdoor surfaces. The pictures below were taken outside of the Hastings National Weather Service office on December 14th.
Record Breaking Snowfall December 8
A powerful winter storm pounded all of south central Nebraska and north central Kansas with heavy snow, and eventually strong northwest winds between Monday afternoon, Dec. 7th, and early Wednesday morning, Dec. 9th, 2009.
A Few Inches of Snow Strikes the Area
A fast moving storm system brought snow to much of central and south central Nebraska, as well as portions of north central Kansas during the day Sunday, December 6th, 2009.
November 2009 Weather Summary
November 2009 was a mild month temperature wise and days with precipitation were few and far between at Grand Island and Hastings. The average monthly temperature at Grand Island was 43.7 degrees, which was 7.3 degrees above normal.
Average High Temperatures in November 2009 were Warmer than October 2009
In a very unusual turn of events, the average high temperatures in Grand Island, Hastings, and Kearney were actually warmer in November than in October. This has happened only one other time in over 100 years of record keeping, which was back in 1925.
Brr! Second Coldest October on Record
As expected, October turned out to be one of the coldest on record across south central Nebraska and north central Kansas. With records dating back to the late 1800s in some cases, October 2009 will generally go down as the 2nd coldest October on record.
October 2009 Weather Summary
The first and last days of October 2009 featured mild afternoon temperatures in the mid 60s, however sandwiched in between these two days were prolonged periods of unseasonably cold temperatures, rainy weather and even some accumulating snowfall.
Rain and Snow October 28th through 30th
A storm system emerged out of the Rockies into western Kansas late Thursday, October 29th, before pushing northeastward into eastern Nebraska during the early morning hours Friday, October 30th.
A Mid Week Storm Brings Rain and Snow
A potent storm system brought locally heavy rain to much of south central Nebraska and parts of north central Kansas, beginning late Tuesday, October 20th, and lasting through late Thursday, October 22nd.
First Two Weeks of October 2009 - Coldest on Record
To no ones surprise, the first two weeks of October has been the coldest on record. So far, average temperatures for the month are running 10 to 16 degrees below normal. Team those numbers with widespread snowfall on the 9th and 10th, and several other wet periods since the 1st, and you have the recipe for record breaking cold.
First Snow of the Season October 9-10, 2009
A potent weather system brought an early season snow storm to portions of the region late Friday through early Saturday. Snow initially developed over northwestern Nebraska Friday afternoon and evening, before spreading into north central and central Nebraska during the overnight hours Friday.
Cold Start to October 2009
One of the coldest starts to October on record...
Widespread Rain October 5-6
An upper level disturbance and cold frontal boundary swept across the Central Plains region on October 5-6, producing widespread rainfall across south central Nebraska and north central Kansas. In general, rainfall amounts averaged one third of an inch to one half of an inch, however some locations across north central Kansas tallied rainfall amounts between one and two inches.
Strong Winds October 2, 2009
Strong winds were observed across all of central and south central Nebraska, as well as portions of north central Kansas during the day Friday, October 2nd. Sustained northwesterly winds of 25-35 mph were accompanied by gusts to near 55 mph through some locations.
September 2009 Weather Summary
September 2009 began on a cool note at Grand Island, and Hastings as average daily temperatures were below normal for the first six days of the month. Readings recovered to normal or above for the second and third weeks, then a strong cutoff upper low pressure system brought another round of cool weather from the 21st to the 25th.
Average Frost/Freeze Date Information 2009
Frost occurs when there is a solid deposition of water vapor from the air. Frost will form when solid surfaces are cooled below the dew point.
Locally Heavy Rainfall September 21, 2009
A strong cold front swept across the Central Plains during the early morning hours on Monday, September 21st. Thunderstorms developed along the front and produced locally heavy rainfall in excess of an inch, while winds gusted between 30 and 40 mph at times. The heaviest rainfall occurred in Mitchell County where 1.45 inches fell at Beloit. Farther to the east towards Concordia, rainfall amounts tallied over two and three inches.
More Locally Heavy Rainfall September 22, 2009
A strong, nearly stationary upper level low pressure system resulted in an unseasonably cool and rainy day across much of south central Nebraska and north central Kansas on Tuesday, September 22. Although most areas across the region picked up at least a little rain, a fairly narrow, roughly 20-30 mile wide corridor of south central Nebraska was soaked with amounts between 1.50 to over 2.00 inches.
Heavy Rainfall September 11, 2009
Thunderstorms erupted over the area Friday afternoon and evening, September 11th, as a cold front pushed across the region. Although no reports of severe weather were received in association with this thunderstorm activity, heavy rainfall did strike portions of south central Nebraska between the I-80 and Highway 6 corridors.
2009 Summer Weather
Preliminary data for June, July and August 2009 tell the "cool" story of temperatures for Grand Island, Hastings and Kearney. Though astronomically not the case, the period of June, July and August is often considered the meteorological summer period. This past summer was the coolest since 2004 for the Tri-Cities and one of the coolest summers on record. This summer was the 6th coolest on record for Kearney, the 7th coolest for Hastings and it tied for the 7th coolest at Grand Island.
Severe Storms September 3
Isolated severe thunderstorms popped over parts of the region Thursday afternoon and into the evening hours. Thunderstorms were strongest in north central Kansas, where large hail was common in Jewell and Mitchell counties. A series of thunderstorms brought quarter to golf ball size hail, especially around the Beloit area between 5 and 6 pm. Winds estimated to be near 60 mph were also reported near Beloit. Another storm about one hour later dropped ping pong ball size hail 8 miles south of Glen Elder. Finally, heavy rain of 2.05 inches was reported near Webber.
August 2009 Weather Summary
The first day of August 2009 began on a cool note, with afternoon high temperatures only reaching the upper 70s to the lower 80s. By the end of the first week of August, an upper level ridge of high pressure built east across the central plains and temperatures climbed into the middle and upper 90s. Despite a few warm days here and there, August afternoon temperatures saw more readings in the 70s and 80s versus the 90s.
Not So Hot
A large number of our Cooperative Weather Observation sites were more than 50 percent off from the average number of days with at or above 90 degree temperatures...and to find a 100 degree or warmer day you would have had to hang out along the southern border counties of Nebraska or in north central Kansas. Looking back at previous years...the early 1990s come closest to resembling this years "chilly" trend. While September averages anywhere between 5 to 10 days with 90 degree or warmer temperatures...it is doubtful the September final count will bring us closer to the average number of 90-plus degree days we normally experience.
Severe Weather Strikes Valley County August 24th
Thunderstorms erupted over Valley County August 24th, bringing with them high winds and large hail. Hail to the size of ping pong balls, reported three miles northwest of Ord, was the largest hail reported.
Heavy Rain Event - August 25th and 26th
Record setting heavy rain fell across parts of south central Nebraska and north central Kansas Tuesday evening August 25th through Wednesday morning August 26th. Over 5 inches of rain was reported on the southwest side of Hastings, Nebraska, with 4.09 inches of precipitation reported at the Hastings Municipal Airport, a new daily precipitation record for August 26th, which was also enough to establish an all-time 8th wettest 24 hour record rainfall record based on data going back to 1894.
Not So Hot
As it turns out, 2009, at least through the end of August, most of central and south central Nebraska and north central Kansas will end up short on the number of 90 and 100 degree days climatology says we are owed. Not that many are complaining, especially when the air conditioning bill comes in, the cooler summer is hampering the maturation of some crops, especially corn, and utility companies are noticing a decreased demand for electricity.
Heavy Rainfall August 14-15
A widespread, soaking rain fell across much of central and south central Nebraska between the mid evening hours of August 14, and the morning of the 15th. Fortunately, no severe weather occurred with these rounds of thunderstorms.
July 2009 Climate Connection
It was the second month running with below normal temperatures, and record low average temperatures were definitely record setters with all but York falling into the Top Ten Coolest Julys of record since the late 1800s and early 1900s.
A Few Severe Thunderstorms August 10th
A few severe thunderstorms grazed both the extreme northern and southern edges of the NWS Hastings forecast area during the morning hours on Monday, August 10, 2009.
Severe Weather and Locally Heavy Rain August 9
Thunderstorms became severe after 4 am the morning of August 9th. The storms developed in the vicinity of a cold frontal boundary, and produced large hail ranging from the size of quarters to the size of golf balls as they tracked to the east northeast. Locally heavy rainfall in excess of an inch also occurred, with Genoa seeing the highest rainfall total of 1.65 inches.
Heavy Rainfall August 6-7
Thunderstorms developed in the Nebraska panhandle during the afternoon hours on August 6th, and rolled eastward and reached south central Nebraska during the late evening hours.
Severe Weather Rolls Across the Morning of August 5
Showers and thunderstorms pushed across south central Nebraska and north central Kansas the morning of August 5th, bringing with them locally heavy rainfall and frequent cloud to ground lightning.
Severe Weather August 3rd-4th
Severe thunderstorms rolled across much of south central Nebraska during the early morning hours of Tuesday, August 4, 2009, producing a swath of damaging winds ranging from 50 to over 70 MPH in many areas.
Top 10 Coolest July in the Tri-Cities
If you thought July was unusually cool, you were right. In fact, when you combine June and July, it turned out to be the coolest two month period since 2004, and one of the coolest on record.
July 31 Severe Weather Summary
Thunderstorms developed along a cold frontal boundary during the evening on Friday, July 31st. The thunderstorms became severe and produced hail the size of golf balls, damaging winds in excess of 60 mph and locally heavy rainfall.
July 2009 Weather Summary
July of 2009 was cool one for the tri-cities and average monthly temperatures ranged from 3.3 to 3.8 degrees below normal. The cool monthly temperatures made the Top 10 for the Coolest July on record, at Grand Island, Hastings, and Kearney, NE.
July 24 Severe Weather and Funnel Cloud
Isolated severe thunderstorms developed along an advancing cold front across parts of south central Nebraska during the late afternoon and evening hours on Friday, July 24, 2009. Some of this activity continued into the early morning hours of July 25.
Severe Weather and Heavy Rainfall July 22
Thunderstorms erupted across south central Nebraska and north central Kansas Wednesday afternoon and evening. Several of these storms did reach severe status with large hail to the size of golf balls and gusty thunderstorms winds in excess of 60 MPH being reported.
June 2009 Weather Summary
June of 2009 began with cool temperatures for the first half of the month at Grand Island, Hastings, and Kearney, NE.
Independence Day Climatology For Grand Island, NE
Some Climate Data for Independence Day -- Grand Island, NE Since 1971, high temperatures on July 4 have ranged from 71 degrees (1972) to 106 degrees (1978).
June 24 -- Radar Captures Large Circular Outflow Boundary
Of particular interest with these storms was the impressive outflow boundary that developed.
Overnight Thunderstorms June 18-19
Thunderstorms developed around 11 pm Thursday night, June 18th and continued during the early morning hours on Friday, June 19th.
Weak Tornado Passes Through Southern Grand Island on June 17th
After getting several additional reports during the afternoon of June 18th of a possible tornado in southern Grand Island, NWS Hastings staff conducted a damage survey into the area. It was found that a weak (EF0) tornado did occur.
EF1 Tornado North of Gibbon June 17
A supercell thunderstorm spawned tornadoes in eastern Buffalo county during the evening on Wednesday, June 17. Tornadoes were reported in the area 9 miles north and 2 miles west of Gibbon.
EF2 Tornado West of Aurora June 17
A tornado occurred west of Aurora, Nebraska on Wednesday evening, June 17th. The tornado touched down at the intersection of Highway 34 and Road G, and tracked east along U.S. Highway 34 for five miles, and lifted at Highway 34 and Road M.
June 9-12: Top 10 Rain Totals In NWS Hastings Coverage Area
Although the month of June as a whole has been rather wet across much of south central Nebraska and north central Kansas, the most recent "wet spell" seemed to set in during the early morning hours of June 9, when southern sections of Rooks, Osborne and Mitchell counties in north central Kansas were drenched with 1-2 inches of rain.
Heavy Rainfall Early June 15th
Early morning thunderstorms dropped very heavy rain over southern Nebraska and north central Kansas that left areas of flooding along Bow Creek near Stockton...and along the North and South Forks of the Solomon River and its tributaries in north central Kansas.
A Double Dose Of Windy...May 19-20
A tight pressure gradient squeezed in between surface low pressure over the Central High Plains...and a high pressure ridge extending from Texas across the eastern United States...left central and south central Nebraska and north central Kansas with a pair of windy and warm days, Tuesday and Wednesday, May 19 and 20, 2009.
Friday Morning Hail...May 15
Strong, hail-producing thunderstorms flared up across parts of south central Nebraska
Some Memorial Day Climatology for Grand Island, NE
Since 1971, Memorial Day has been observed on the final Monday of May.
June 15th 2009 Assumption, Nebraska Tornado Survey Results
PERSONNEL FROM THE HASTINGS, NEBRASKA NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE OFFICE CONDUCTED A STORM DAMAGE SURVEY ON JUNE 16, 2009 FOR A SUPERCELL THUNDERSTORM THAT OCCURRED DURING THE EVENING OF JUNE 15TH.
June 15th 2009 Assumption, Nebraska Tornado Photos and Radar Imagery
A tornado occurred 11 miles southwest of downtown Hastings, Nebraska on Monday evening, June 15. More specifically, the tornado was near the small village of Assumption, or about 3 miles north of Roseland.
June 6, 2009 - Large Hail in Mitchell County Kansas
Severe hail-producing thunderstorms erupted across parts of north central Kansas on Saturday evening, June 6, 2009.
June 5 and 6, 2009 Severe Weather
Thunderstorms developed late in the evening around 10 pm on Friday, June 5, 2009 near a frontal boundary oriented west to east across Nebraska.
Late Night Rain June 5th and 6th, 2009
A late evening outbreak of thunderstorms across central and south central Nebraska carried over into the predawn hours Saturday...leaving parts of our region with hail up to the size of hen eggs and wind damage...as well as heavy rain.
May 2009 Climate Connection
May was not a normal month by any standard and average monthly temperatures were scattered a couple of degrees or less either side of the May norm.
Rainfall Totals Monday May 25, 2009
Showers and thunderstorms erupted across the area Monday afternoon, bringing with them some much needed rain.
April 2009 Weather Summary
April of 2009 featured average monthly temperatures near normal at Grand Island and Kearney. The average monthly temperature at Hastings was 1.2 degrees below normal.
April 29 through May 1 Rainfall Totals
Rainfall Wednesday through Friday morning added up to some pretty significant amounts at several locations in south central Nebraska and north central Kansas.
April 2009 Climate Connection
Climate Connection...April 2009
March 2009 Climate Connection
March 2009 Climate Connection
National Tornado Experiment to Begin in May
National Tornado Experiment to Begin in May
April 17-18 Rainfall and Severe Storms
An upper low pressure advanced slowly eastward from the Colorado/New Mexico border during the early morning hours on April 18th.
Tornado Hits near Fairfield April 4
During the evening of April 4th, thunderstorms rumbled across south-central Nebraska. Most storms brought rains and some small hail. One storm did cause some damage near the community of Fairfield in Clay County.
March Wind Roars Like a Lion
The last day of March 2009 was marked by a strong northwest wind across central and south central Nebraska and north central Kansas.
Dry Start To The Year and A Dry March
Unless Tuesdays precipitation comes in like gangbusters...March 2009 will turn out to be one of the driest March of record for the Tri-cities of Grand Island...Kearney...and Hastings...as well as one of the driest starts to the year when evaluating January through March 2009 data.
Winter Makes a Return to Parts of the Area
A potent early spring upper-level low pressure system lifting east from New Mexico across Oklahoma and northern Texas will only have a limited impact on the weather in south central Nebraska and north central Kansas through tonight.
March 23rd Twin Fire Storms
The afternoon of Monday March 23rd was an afternoon rife with fast moving severe thunderstorms that kept storm spotters on their toes during the first half of the afternoon.
Thunderstorms and Intense Winds March 23rd
A powerful early spring storm tracked north across Nebraska toward South Dakota on Monday, March 23rd. Ahead of the low pressure center, strong south to southeast gradient winds pounded central Nebraska and north central Kansas during the late morning and afternoon hours.
Strong Winds - Day Two
Another day of strong winds blew across central and south central Nebraska and north central Kansas on March 24th...only from a west to northwest direction this time.
Severe Weather Possible Today
An intense low pressure system lifting across the central plains today will produce showers and thunderstorms, and bring the potential for severe weather. Thunderstorms are expected to develop around midday and continue during the afternoon and early evening.
NOAA Releases 2009 Spring Outlook
NOAA Releases 2009 Spring Outlook
Spring Begins Friday
Spring will officially begin Friday March 20th at 6:44 am CDT as the Sun crosses the Equator.
Record High Temperature Tied At Grand Island On Monday
A record daily maximum temperature for March 16th was TIED at Central Nebraska Regional Airport in Grand Island on Monday
Climate Connection - February 2009
Climate Connection - February 2009
Waterfowl Migration On Radar
The annual spring waterfowl migration is in full swing across south central Nebraska...with around a half million Sandhill cranes...a few Whooping cranes and millions of ducks and geese scattered along the Platte River Basin.
2009 National Flood Awareness Week - March 16th - 20th
2009 National Flood Awareness Week - March 16th - 20th
Interested in Weather? Volunteers Needed...
The National Weather Service in Hastings, Nebraska is looking for a volunteer to record daily rain/snow measurements for relay to our office. Must have a fairly open space for the gage.
Kansas Statewide Tornado Safety Drill Today -Tuesday, March 10th
The Kansas statewide TORNADO SAFETY DRILL is scheduled for today Tuesday, March 10th at 1:30pm.
Why Some People Do Not Heed Severe Weather Warnings
Why Some People Do not Heed Severe Weather Warnings
February 27-28 Snow Storm Totals
A late winter storm dropped snow across a large part of Nebraska and eastern Kansas beginning during the afternoon on February 27th, and continuing into the early morning on February 28th.
March 2009 Weather Summary
March of 2009 experienced wide swings in weather, from cold to warm, light snow or freezing wintry precipitation to thunderstorms, to extreme winds. The month began very cold with morning lows near zero on March 1st.
Complex Storm System to Impact Area Today/Tonight
Light freezing drizzle will continue promoting slick spots on area roadways tonight.
Friday the 13th Storm
Black cats crossing the road would have stuck out like a sore thumb...however it is doubtful many were out as a strong Pacific storm swept through the plains during the daylight hours.
February 2009 Summary
February of 2009 saw periods of warm and cold spells at Grand Island, Hastings, and Kearney, however overall monthly temperatures averaged two to three degrees above normal.
Peak Wind Gusts On Friday
Strong north winds surged across south central Nebraska and north central Kansas in the wake of a vigorous cold front on Friday, February 20.
History of the National Weather Service
History of the National Weather Service
Record High Temperatures February 5-6
New record daily maximum temperatures for February 5th were set at both the Kearney Regional Airport and Hastings Municipal Airport on Thursday. Meanwhile, Grand Island fell just short of a record, as Central Nebraska Regional Airport topped out at 63, falling one degree short of the record 64 established in 1991.
Hagemeyer Award Presentation
Howard and Patricia Romsdal were recent recipients of the Richard (Dick) H. Hagemeyer Award.
January 2009 Weather Summary
The start of 2009 was fairly quiet weather-wise, while overall monthly temperatures averaged several degrees above normal at Grand Island, Hastings, and Kearney.
Snowfall January 23rd - 27th
Starting Friday, January 23rd, and lasting through Tuesday, January 27th, several episodes of generally light snow affected much of central and south central Nebraska along with north central Kansas.
Windy Again January 19th
High pressure building into the Central Plains from the Dakotas brought strong pressure rises at the rate of about 1 millibar per hour during the afternoon hours Monday.
Strong Winds January 12th
Strong north winds barreled into south central Nebraska and north central Kansas on Monday, January 12th in the wake of a cold front.
Windy January 9th
North winds were strong and gusty on January 9, in a tight pressure gradient following the passage of a cold frontal boundary.
New Years Day Climatology for the Area
As we ring in 2009, here is a look at some New Years Day climatology for the area.
2008 - A Summary of Tornadoes and Significant Weather Events
2008 - A Summary of Tornadoes and Significant Weather Events
2008 December Climate Connection
2008 December Climate Connection
2008 Climate Review
2008 Climate Review
Coldest December Low Temperature in 8 Years
DECEMBER 2008 BROUGHT GRAND ISLAND AND HASTINGS NEBRASKA THEIR COLDEST AVERAGE MINIMUM TEMPERATURES FOR THE MONTH OF DECEMBER SINCE 2000.
Snowfall December 23rd and 24th
An upper level disturbance brought light snow to portions of south central Nebraska and north central Kansas during the evening December 23rd. The snow continued into the early morning hours on December 24th
December 18th Winter Weather
Thursday evenings weather...and a forecast that leaves most of our region with sub-freezing temperatures over the course of the next week...pretty much guarantees a white Christmas for many locations in central Nebraska and a few places across north-central Kansas.
December 16 Snowfall
A fast moving upper level disturbance spread snow across much of south central Nebraska and north central Kansas on Tuesday, December 16, 2008.
December 15th Frigid Temperatures
Monday marked the coldest day of the season for south central Nebaska and north central Kansas as most locations experienced subzero temperatures in the morning.
Strong Winds December 14th
Bitterly cold north winds poured into south central Nebraska and north central Kansas in the wake of a strong Arctic cold front on Sunday, December 14.
Snow and Strong Winds December 8th and 9th
An upper level disturbance and cold frontal boundary brought precipitation mainly to south central Nebraska on Monday evening (December 8th).
Strong Winds November 30th
It was windy on Sunday across much of south central Nebraska into north central Kansas.
November 2008 Climate Connection
November 2008 Climate Connection
Thanksgiving 2008 Climate
Thanksgiving Day Climatology for the Tri-Cities
Mixed Precipitation November 10-11
A strong storm system pushed through the region Monday and Tuesday, bringing with it a mix of rain, freezing rain, sleet and snow to the area.
Strong Winds November 6th
A strong storm system brought a variety of weather to the area Thursday.
Gusty Winds October 26
Strong winds developed across south central Nebraska and portions of north central Kansas Sunday afternoon.
Record Breaking October Rainfall
For many locations in south central Nebraska and north central Kansas, October 2008 will go down in the climatological history books as the wettest October on record.
Heavy Rain Strikes the Area
A storm system brought much needed rain to the area late Sunday into Monday. Most locations picked up one to two inches of rain, with a few locations exceeding three inches.
COOP Observers Receive Length of Service Awards
COOP Observers Receive Length of Service Awards
Fall Freeze Information for Kansas and Nebraska
When you look at historical freeze data (32 degrees or lower), there is a tremendous variation from year-to-year and between any given location in south central Nebraska and north central Kansas.
Gusty Winds October 26th
Strong winds developed across south central Nebraska and portions of north central Kansas Sunday afternoon.
Rainfall Totals October 11-15
An expansive low pressure system over the western United States resulted in widespread rainfall between 1 and 4 inches across south central Nebraska and north central Kansas from Saturday through Wednesday, October 11-15, 2008.
Warmer Than Normal for the Nation this Summer
Warmer Than Normal for the National this Summer, but Nebraska and Kansas Cooler
Pronounced Reduction in U.S. Drought
Pronounced Reduction in U.S. Drought
Labor Day Climatology for Some Cities in the Area
Labor Day Climatology for Some Cities in the Area
August 2008 Climate Connection
August 2008 Climate Connection
Larry Gillett Receives Holm Award
Larry Gillett Receives Holm Award
Thomas Jefferson Award Winner
Thomas Jefferson Award Winner
Flooding August 23rd and 24th
Intense thunderstorms late Saturday night and early Sunday morning dumped up to around 5 inches of rain on some parts of south central Nebraska and north central Kansas.
Heavy Rain Reports August 6th and 7th
Late night thunderstorms dumped a narrow swath of heavy rain across a part of north central Kansas.
July 2008 Climate Connection
July 2008 Climate Connection
Baseball Size Hail Strikes Phillips County - July 26th
Strong to severe thunderstorms erupted across parts of north central Kansas on Saturday afternoon, July 26, 2008.
Heavy Rainfall Round Two - July 17
After round one of widespread heavy rain Tuesday night of 1 to 3 inches, thunderstorms developed again around noon on Thursday, July 17, 2008 and continued into the overnight hours.
Hastings Measures Highest 2-Day Rainfall in 18 Years
Hastings Measures Highest 2-Day Rainfall in 18 Years
Heavy Rainfall Round One - July 15
Thunderstorms developed across western and northern Nebraska Tuesday Night and rolled southeast through the state and into northern Kansas Tuesday evening and night.
Severe Weather and Heat Bursts July 14
Thunderstorms developed across western Nebraska and moved into south central Nebraska Monday evening and night.
Heavy Rain, Strong Winds and Large Hail July 9th
Thunderstorms developed across portions of south central Nebraska early Wednesday afternoon and the storms expanded to the north and west during the evening hours.
July 7th Severe Weather Summary
Severe thunderstorms developed across far south central Nebraska and much of north central Kansas during the afternoon and evening hours on July 7th, resulting in several reports of hail up to quarter size, wind gusts to at least 60 mph, and torrential rainfall.
June 2008 Climate Connection
June 2008 Climate Connection
Its Been Wet
Many...from farmers to outdoor enthusiasts and emergency managers...have taken up shaking their fists at the clouds and asking when the recent rains will let up.
Lightning Safety Week...June 22-28
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!
June 11th Severe Storm Reports
Although south central Nebraska and much of north central Kansas avoided the onslaught of damaging tornadoes that impacted locations farther south and east, numerous severe thunderstorms producing hail, heavy rain and gusty winds affected locations mainly east of the Highway 281 corridor during the evening hours on Wednesday, June 11th.
More Rain Across the Area on June 8th
Another round of rain presented itself to south central Nebraska and north central Kansas Saturday night and early Sunday morning.
Storm Summary from June 7th and 8th
Severe storms erupted along a front extending across north central Kansas and south central Nebraska during the late afternoon and evening on June 7th.
Storm Summary from June 5th
A strong storm system brought damaging winds and large hail to portions of south central Nebraska and north central Kansas during the mid to late afternoon.
Storm Summary from June 4th
Powerful storms paid another visit to south-central Nebraska late Wednesday and during the pre-dawn hours Thursday morning.
Sunrise Storm Reports from June 2nd
Severe thunderstorms producing hail to the size of baseballs...wind gusts to 50 to 60 miles per hour and minor flooding tracked southeast through extreme south-central Nebraska and parts of north-central Kansas just after sunrise.
EF1 Tornado Hits Thayer County on May 29th
Long Track Tornado From Jewell/Mitchell/Republic Counties in Kansas hits Thayer County Nebraska
EF1 Tornado in Rooks County on May 29th
The first tornado touched down 4 miles southwest of Palco and tracked east to 3 miles south of Palco.
EF3 Tornado Hits Mitchell and Jewell Counties on May 29th
NWS damage survey crews have investigated the tornadic storm damage across Jewell and Mitchell Counties and have rated the tornado an EF3 at its strongest point.
Supercell Photos from Rooks County on May 29th
The following photographs were taken of a supercell thunderstorm in Rooks County, KS on May 29, 2008.
Storm Report Map from May 29th
A series of supercell thunderstorms rolled across south central Nebraska and north central Kansas beginning in the afternoon on Thursday, May 29 and continuing through Thursday evening and night.
Hamilton and York County Tornado Events on May 29th
From the damage survey conducted on May 30, it appears that a tornado set down 3 miles west of Aurora around 7:05 pm and traveled to the southeast.
Preliminary Storm Reports from May 29th
A storm survey team from the National Weather Service (NWS) office in Hastings surveyed the damage from one of two tornadoes in the Kearney area.
Tornado Damage in Kearney Area on May 29th
A storm survey team from the National Weather Service Office in Hastings has surveyed the damage from the tornado that struck the Kearney area on Thursday afternoon, May 29, 2008.
Heavy Rainfall Drenches the Area on May 22-24
Thunderstorms produced heavy rainfall across south central Nebraska and north central Kansas beginning last Wednesday night and continuing through Friday night.
Wind Speed and Rainfall Data for May 10th
An upper low pressure system crossed the central plains on Saturday, May 10th bringing widespread rainfall across south central Nebraska, with lesser amounts in North Central Kansas.
National Tornado Experiment to Begin in May
National Tornado Experiment to Begin in May
Winter Weather Awareness
Winter Weather Awareness
Spring Freeze Data for the Area
Six weeks into spring, and some locations in south central Nebraska and north central Kansas are still wondering if spring has really "sprung".
Damage Survey for Mitchell and Cloud Counties in Kansas on April 25
A Nighttime EF2 Tornado Hits Mitchell and Cloud Counties
Severe Weather Strikes Parts of the Area April 24-25
Thunderstorms rumbled across parts of north central Kansas and south central Nebraska beginning during the evening of Thursday, April 24, 2008 and lasting well into the overnight hours.
Rainfall Totals from April 16-17
A large area of rain pushed across the Central Plains from Wednesday night through Friday, in response to a strong, slow-moving upper level low pressure system traversing the area.
April 15 Winds were Taxing
A strong pressure gradient between developing low pressure over the Central Rockies and high pressure centered over the Middle Mississippi River Valley made for a day of strong winds across our region.
Smoke Across Portions of the Region on April 14
Conditions across the region during the day Monday were acceptable for rangeland burning and as a result several burns were conducted across Kansas.
A Windy Day on Friday April 11
A tight pressure gradient brought strong northwesterly winds to the area during the day Friday.
March 2008 Climate Connection
March 2008 Climate Connection
Fowl Play?
From late February through early April...millions of waterfowl converge across south-central Nebraska on their annual migration north.
Did you Remember to Set your Clocks Forward Last Night?
Did you Remember to Set your Clocks Forward Last Night?
Updated...Failing U.S. Sattellite May be Viewable Over Central Nebraska
The failing National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) Satellite USA-193/NROL-21 will be passing within view of Central Nebraska this evening and Wednesday evening and should be viewable...weather permitting.
January 2008 Climate Connection
January 2008 Climate Connection
February 2008 Climate Connection
February 2008 Climate Connection
Coldest Winter Since 2001
Coldest Winter Since 2001
Spring Hydrologic Outlook Issued
SPRING FLOOD AND WATER RESOURCES OUTLOOK ISSUED BY THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HASTINGS NEBRASKA
Service Change Notice for Rangeland Fire Danger Index
Service Change Notice for Rangeland Fire Danger Index
A Windy Monday Across the Region
A Windy Monday Across the Region
Total Lunar Eclipse to Occur February 20
Stargazers in the central United States are perfectly positioned to view a total lunar eclipse on Wednesday, February 20.
Final Snowfall Totals from the February 5th Snowstorm
A potent storm system emerged from the the Rockies and crossed the central plains on Tuesday, bringing significant snow accumulations to portions of the area.
Arctic Air and Snow Arrived Tuesday
An arctic cold front arrived during the early morning hours Tuesday, January 29, 2008.
Tired of Winter?
The recent cold spell across our region may be leaving some with a touch of cabin fever or other winter-related maladies...along with a strong yearning for spring.
Duration of Continuous Snow Cover Nears Record
Portions of south central Nebraska have been covered by snow that has refused to melt since first arriving around the 6th of December.
December 2007 Climate Connection
December 2007 Climate Connection
Snow Rollers Formed on Thursday!
Snow Rollers, or log shaped snowballs, formed Thursday in parts of south central Nebraska and north central Kansas including Jewell, Webster and Adams Counties.
2007 Drought in Review
2007 Drought in Review
Economic Impacts of the 2007 Drought
Economic Impacts of the 2007 Drought
A Look Back at the Significant Weather Events of 2007
The following is a summary of significant weather events of 2007 which impacted south central Nebraska and north central Kansas.
Snowfall Amounts from January 9-10
A fast moving winter storm system produced snowfall across south central Nebraska and north central Kansas the night of January 9th or in the early morning hours of January 10th, 2008.

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