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Omaha, NE Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Omaha, NE?
Omaha, NE gets 31.9 in of precipitation a year over about 102 rainy days, and about 27.1 in of snow a season. July is the warmest month (average high 87°F) and January the coldest (average low 15°F).
Humid continental climate
Omaha, NE has hot summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 33°F in January to 87°F in July. May is usually the wettest month, and snow falls in winter. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 69°F.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 17° | 36° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 40° | 63° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 65° | 85° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 42° | 64° |
How much rain does Omaha get?
Omaha gets 31.9 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 102 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 62% of the US.
May is the wettest month, with 4.7 in. January is the driest, with 0.8 in. May has the most rainy days, about 13.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 40 days, to February 11, 2025.
From September 2025 to August 2026 Omaha got 28.0 in of rain, against a normal of 31.9 in for those months. August 2026 had the most, with 5.3 in.
See where Omaha ranks: rainiest cities in the US, US cities with the most rainy days.
Does it snow in Omaha?
Yes. Omaha gets about 27.1 in of snow in an average season, measured at the reporting station.
The snowiest winter on record is 1974–75, with 58.0 in.
The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on April 7, 2026.
From September 2025 to August 2026 the station measured 17.5 in of snow, against a normal of 27.1 in for those months. February 2026 had the most, with 8.3 in.
See where Omaha ranks: snowiest cities in the US.
Omaha weather by month
Omaha weather in January
In January, Omaha averages a high of 33°F and a low of 15°F. It gets 0.8 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 69°F (2012) and the record low is -23°F (1982).
Omaha weather in February
In February, Omaha averages a high of 38°F and a low of 19°F. It gets 0.9 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 55% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 80°F (2024) and the record low is -23°F (2021).
Omaha weather in March
In March, Omaha averages a high of 51°F and a low of 29°F. It gets 1.8 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 96°F (2026) and the record low is -11°F (1980).
Omaha weather in April
In April, Omaha averages a high of 64°F and a low of 40°F. It gets 3.2 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 97°F (1989) and the record low is 5°F (1975). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Omaha weather in May
In May, Omaha averages a high of 74°F and a low of 52°F. It gets 4.7 in of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 101°F (2013) and the record low is 27°F (1976).
Omaha weather in June
In June, Omaha averages a high of 84°F and a low of 63°F. It gets 4.4 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 105°F (2021) and the record low is 38°F (1983).
Omaha weather in July
In July, Omaha averages a high of 87°F and a low of 67°F. It gets 3.5 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 110°F (1974) and the record low is 44°F (1972).
Omaha weather in August
In August, Omaha averages a high of 85°F and a low of 65°F. It gets 4.6 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 62% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 107°F (1983) and the record low is 44°F (1974).
Omaha weather in September
In September, Omaha averages a high of 78°F and a low of 55°F. It gets 3.0 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 70% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 103°F (1975) and the record low is 25°F (1984). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Omaha weather in October
In October, Omaha averages a high of 65°F and a low of 42°F. It gets 2.3 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 62% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 96°F (2024) and the record low is 13°F (1972). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Omaha weather in November
In November, Omaha averages a high of 50°F and a low of 30°F. It gets 1.4 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 83°F (1999) and the record low is -6°F (1991).
Omaha weather in December
In December, Omaha averages a high of 37°F and a low of 19°F. It gets 1.2 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 74°F (2021) and the record low is -23°F (1989).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Omaha
September is the sunniest month in Omaha, with estimated sunshine of 70% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest, at 38%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 54% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Omaha is sunnier than 70% of the US.
Humidity peaks in January at 72% and is lowest in April at 52%.
Wind averages 10 mph over the year, and April is the windiest month at 12 mph.
Omaha has about 35 days a year above 90°F. Omaha is hotter than 57% of the US.
Thunderstorms occur on about 47 days a year.
See where Omaha ranks: sunniest cities in the US, cloudiest cities in the US, hottest cities in the US.
First and last freeze in Omaha
The first fall freeze in Omaha typically comes around October 10, and the last spring freeze around April 22. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 171 days.
Omaha weather records
These records cover OMAHA EPPLEY AIRFIELD during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Omaha station is 110°F, on July 21, 1974. The coldest is -23°F, on January 10, 1982.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 6.5 in of precipitation, on August 7, 1999.
51 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.6°F per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Omaha
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 69°F.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 36°F and lows near 17°F. Snow is possible.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 63°F and lows near 40°F.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 85°F and lows near 65°F.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 64°F and lows near 42°F.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Wind | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15° | 33° | 0.75 in | 7 | 10 mph | 72% | 38% | 69° | -23° |
| February | 19° | 38° | 0.95 in | 7 | 11 mph | 60% | 55% | 80° | -23° |
| March | 29° | 51° | 1.8 in | 8 | 11 mph | 59% | 45% | 96° | -11° |
| April | 40° | 64° | 3.2 in | 11 | 12 mph | 52% | 52% | 97° | 5° |
| May | 52° | 74° | 4.7 in | 13 | 10 mph | 60% | 41% | 101° | 27° |
| June | 63° | 84° | 4.4 in | 11 | 10 mph | 60% | 54% | 105° | 38° |
| July | 67° | 87° | 3.5 in | 10 | 9 mph | 70% | 59% | 110° | 44° |
| August | 65° | 85° | 4.6 in | 9 | 8 mph | 69% | 62% | 107° | 44° |
| September | 55° | 78° | 3.0 in | 8 | 9 mph | 61% | 70% | 103° | 25° |
| October | 42° | 65° | 2.3 in | 7 | 10 mph | 56% | 62% | 96° | 13° |
| November | 30° | 50° | 1.4 in | 6 | 10 mph | 62% | 56% | 83° | -6° |
| December | 19° | 37° | 1.2 in | 7 | 10 mph | 68% | 50% | 74° | -23° |
Station: OMAHA EPPLEY AIRFIELD, 7 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Omaha climate questions
How much rain does Omaha get?
Omaha gets 31.9 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 102 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Omaha?
May is the wettest month in Omaha, with 4.7 in. January is the driest, with 0.8 in.
How many rainy days does Omaha have a year?
Omaha has about 102 days with measurable rain in an average year. May has the most, about 13.
Does it snow in Omaha?
Yes. Omaha gets about 27.1 in of snow in an average season. The snowiest winter on record is 1974–75, with 58.0 in.
What is the hottest month in Omaha?
July is the warmest month in Omaha, with an average high of 87°F.
What is the coldest month in Omaha?
January is the coldest month in Omaha, with an average low of 15°F.
What is the record high temperature in Omaha?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Omaha station is 110°F, set on July 21, 1974. The record low is -23°F, on January 10, 1982.
What is the sunniest month in Omaha?
September is the sunniest month in Omaha, with estimated sunshine of 70% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Omaha?
The first fall freeze in Omaha typically comes around October 10. The last spring freeze is around April 22.
What is the best time to visit Omaha?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 69°F.