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National Weather Service Omaha/Valley NE
546 AM CDT Fri Apr 19 2024

.KEY MESSAGES...

- Below-normal temperatures through this weekend with freezing
  conditions likely (>90%) Saturday and Sunday mornings.

- Warming temperatures next week with a chance of showers and
  thunderstorms Monday and/or Monday night, and again late in
  the week.

National Ag. Weather Outlook, International Ag. Weather Summary
Current Surface Map, [2nd Source TWC]

BOX BUTTE County, Nebraska Agriculture, Lawn & Garden Weather Advisory

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Hourly Observations For BOX BUTTE County
600 AM CDT FRI APR 19 2024


NEBRASKA PANHANDLE
  
CITY           SKY/WX    TMP DP  RH WIND       PRES   REMARKS
SCOTTSBLUFF    CLOUDY    34  20  56 CALM      30.24R                  
ALLIANCE       MOCLDY    25  22  88 N7        30.23S WCI  17          
CHADRON        CLOUDY    32  22  66 CALM      30.27R                  
GORDON         PTCLDY    25  19  80 NW5       30.25R WCI  19          
KIMBALL        CLOUDY    32  23  70 NE5       30.22S WCI  27          
SIDNEY         CLOUDY    34  26  72 CALM      30.22S                  

Current Temperatures, Dewpoint, RH, Wind, Surface 4-Panel


Current Agricultural Weather Conditions in Nebraska
Based on observations at 600am CDT, Friday April 19, 2024

Across Nebraska...temperatures are near 25 degrees west, near 30 degrees central, and near 36 degrees east. Current sky conditions are mostly cloudy west, clear central, and partly cloudy east. In the west, relative humidity is near 88%, and the dew point is near 22 degrees. In the central part of the state, relative humidity is near 78%, and the dew point is near 24 degrees. In the east, relative humidity is near 82%, and the dew point is near 31 degrees. Winds are from the north at 7 mph west, where conditions are favorable for spraying. The wind chill is near 17 degrees west. Winds are from the northwest at 5 mph central, where conditions are favorable for spraying. The wind chill is near 25 degrees central. Winds are from the west at 8 mph east, where conditions are favorable for spraying. The wind chill is near 30 degrees east. Based on current available observations, the highest temperature is 38 degrees at LINCOLN, IMPERIAL, HOLDREGE, and HASTINGS. The lowest temperature is 24 degrees at ALBION.


All NWS Radars (In near-real time), Current Livestock Heat Stress Index (LSI), Current Wind Chill Map
Hazardous Weather Outlook For BOX BUTTE County, Nebraska

149 AM MDT Fri Apr 19 2024

 DAY ONE  TODAY

Some flurries and/or light snow showers possible today, mainly
along the Interstate 80 corridor between Laramie and Sidney.
Better snow chances are expected Friday night, with accumulations
possible in the same areas. 

 DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN  SATURDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY

Snow continues throughout the day Saturday, with the best chance
of accumulating snow Saturday morning. Storm total snow will be
between 1 and 3 inches from the South Laramie Range to Sidney.
Lesser accumulations expected outside this area. Warmer and drier
conditions expected Sunday into the beginning of the week.

 Spotter information statement  

Spotters are encouraged to report snowfall totals to the NWS.

NWS Severe Weather Map , Convective Outlook


7-Day Forecast For BOX BUTTE County, NE
143 AM MDT Fri Apr 19 2024

REST OF TONIGHT
Mostly cloudy and cold. Near steady temperature in the upper 20s. Northwest winds 5 to 10 mph.

FRIDAY
Cloudy with a chance of flurries and sprinkles in the morning, then partly sunny in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 40s. North winds 10 to 15 mph.

FRIDAY NIGHT
Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy with a chance of flurries after midnight. Cold with lows in the lower 20s. North winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming northeast 5 to 10 mph after midnight.

SATURDAY
Mostly cloudy with a chance of snow. A chance of sprinkles in the afternoon. Little or no snow accumulation. Highs around 40. Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation 40 percent.

SATURDAY NIGHT
Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Cold with lows in the mid 20s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.

SUNDAY
Sunny. Not as cool with highs in the lower 60s.

SUNDAY NIGHT
Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the upper 30s.

MONDAY AND MONDAY NIGHT
Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 60s. Lows in the mid 30s.

TUESDAY
Sunny. Highs in the upper 50s.

TUESDAY NIGHT
Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 30s.

WEDNESDAY
Partly sunny and breezy, warmer with highs in the lower 70s.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT
Mostly cloudy in the evening, then becoming partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 40s.

THURSDAY
Partly sunny. A chance of showers in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 70s. Chance of rain 50 percent.

12-48 Hr Surface Forecast Maps, TWC 4-Panel Surface Forecast, Fire Danger, Day 1 Precip, Day 2 Precip, Days 1-5 Precip, Severe Weather Pot.-Day 1, Day 2

Updated: 1115 AM MST THU NOV 12 2009

TODAY (6AM-5PM)

Max Temperature...........................0 degrees.
Precipitation (liq. eq. )...................0.00 inches (No rainfall).
Precipitation area .........................0% of the county expected.
Dewpoints.......................................near 38 Degrees.
Min RH (Relative Humidity).........42%.
Wind Speed..........near 9 mph
Winds@2 .................................. at mph
Spraying Conditions....................favorable
Skies will be .
RH < 50%........................................ for 2 hours
RH > 80%.........................................for 6 hours
No. of Hours Temp <=32 .............0
No. of Hours Temp <= 20 .............0
No. of Hours Temp <= 0 ...............0

The high today (6am-5pm) in Box butte county, is expected to be near 0 degrees. No rainfall is expected. Temperature will be near 61 degrees. Dewpoints will be near 38 degrees. These dewpoints will combine with today (6am-5pm)'s temperatures resulting in relative humidity minimum of 42 minimum of 42%. Skies will be . Wind speed will be near 9 mph during the period. Winds at 2 will be out of the at mph, which is favorable spraying conditions in rain- free areas. Relative humidity will be less than 50% for 2 hours and greater than 80% for 6 hours

TONIGHT (6PM-5AM)

Min Temperature...........................0 degrees.
Precipitation (liq. eq. )...................0.01 inches.
Precipitation area .........................over % of the county expected.
Dewpoints.......................................near 38 Degrees.
Max RH (Relative Humidity)........42%.
Wind Speed..........near 9 mph
Winds@2 .................................. at mph
Spraying Conditions....................favorable
Sky Conditions
Sky Conditions
RH < 50%........................................ for 0 hour
RH > 80%.........................................for 4 hours
No. of Hours Temp <=32 .............0
No. of Hours Temp <= 20 .............0
No. of Hours Temp <= 0 ...............0

The low tonight (6pm-5am) in Box butte county, is expected to be around 0 degrees. Precipitation (liq. eq.) totals of 0.01 inches over % of the county are expected. Temperature will be near 61 degrees. Dewpoints will be near 38 degrees. These dewpoints will combine with tonight (6pm-5am)'s temperatures resulting in relative humidity maximum of 42 maximum of 42%. Skies will be . Wind speed will be near 9 mph during the period. Winds at 2 will be out of the at mph, which is favorable spraying conditions in rain-free areas. Relative humidity will be less than 50% for 0 hour and greater than 80% for 4 hours

TOMORROW (6AM-5PM)

Max Temperature...........................0 degrees.
Precipitation (liq. eq. )...................0.03 inches.
Precipitation area .........................over % of the county expected.
Dewpoints.......................................near 38 Degrees.
Min RH (Relative Humidity).........42%.
Wind Speed..........near 9 mph
Winds@2 .................................. at mph
Spraying Conditions....................favorable

Sky Conditions
RH < 50%........................................ for 0 hour
RH > 80%.........................................for 7 hours
No. of Hours Temp <=32 .............8
No. of Hours Temp <= 20 .............0
No. of Hours Temp <= 0 ...............0

The high tomorrow (6am-5pm) in Box butte county, is expected to be near 0 degrees. Precipitation (liq. eq.) totals of 0.03 inches over % of the county are expected. Temperature will be near 61 degrees. Dewpoints will be near 38 degrees. These dewpoints will combine with tomorrow (6am-5pm)'s temperatures resulting in relative humidity minimum of 42 minimum of 42%. Skies will be . Wind speed will be near 9 mph during the period. Winds at 2 will be out of the at mph, which is favorable spraying conditions in rain-free areas. Relative humidity will be less than 50% for 0 hour and greater than 80% for 7 hours

TOMORROW NIGHT (6PM-5AM)

Min Temperature...........................0 degrees.
Precipitation (liq. eq. )...................0.00 inches (No rainfall).
Precipitation area .........................0% of the county expected.
Dewpoints.......................................near 38 Degrees.
Max RH (Relative Humidity)........42%.
Wind Speed..........near 9 mph
Winds@2 .................................. at mph
Spraying Conditions....................favorable


RH < 50%........................................ for 0 hour
RH > 80%.........................................for 7 hours
No. of Hours Temp <=32 .............8
No. of Hours Temp <= 20 .............0
No. of Hours Temp <= 0 ...............0

The low tomorrow night (6pm-5am) in Box butte county, is expected to be around 0 degrees. No rainfall is expected. Temperature will be near 61 degrees. Dewpoints will be near 38 degrees. These dewpoints will combine with tomorrow night (6pm-5am)'s temperatures resulting in relative humidity maximum of 42 maximum of 42%. Skies will be . Wind speed will be near 9 mph during the period. Winds at 2 will be out of the at mph, which is favorable spraying conditions in rain-free areas. Relative humidity will be less than 50% for 0 hour and greater than 80% for 7 hours

72 HOUR SUMMARY

The temperature is expected to be in the range from 20 degrees and 62 degrees. Dewpoints will range from 20 to 38 degrees. Total Rainfall is expected to be 0.00 - 0.04 inches.


Medium & Long Range Outlook For Nebraska

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....  Medium and long range outlooks provided by NCEP/K. Thomas Priddy
5 Day Rainfall Forecast, 6 to 10 Day , 8 to 14 Day , Text, 30-Day Outook, 90-Day Outook, 120-Day Outlook
Historical Weather And Climate Facts For Today

APRIL 19TH
HISTORIC WEATHER EVENTS
...1775...
The first engagement of the Revolutionary War took place under clear crisp
weather at Lexington-Concord. (Sandra and TI Richard Sanders - 1987)
...1941...
The temperature at Sodus NY soared to 95 degrees. The next day Albany NY
reported a record for April of 93 degrees. (The Weather Channel)
...1973...
Glenrock WY received 41 inches of snow in just 24 hours, and a storm total
of 58 inches, to establish two state records. (18th-20th) (David Ludlum)
(The Weather Channel)
...1976...
The northeastern U.S. was in the midst of an early season heat wave, and
the Boston Marathon took place in 90 degree heat. At Providence RI the
mercury hit 98 degrees. (David Ludlum)


Ag Weather Center, Department of Biosystems & Agricultural Engineering, University of Kentucky