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Omaha, Nebraska

The downtown skyline in Omaha, Nebraska, as seen from across the Missouri River in Council Bluffs, Iowa. /sim

Omaha climate

Omaha’s warm summer is framed by a very cold winter

Omaha’s published climate rows show Moderate overall comfort, Very Good summer feel, a Warm 89°F average summer high, Poor winter feel, and an 18°F average winter low. Humidity is 70 percent, four months are comfortable, solar exposure is 1,550 peak sun hours per year, and February, January, and December are toughest.

Air quality is Excellent at 4.7 out of 5 and long term fine particle pollution is Good at 6 micrograms per cubic meter for the 2021 to 2025 modeled average. The displayed rows list Poor allergy levels, Moderate climate heat risk, Low drought risk, and Moderate weather volatility. The separate safety hazard ledger lists High heat risk, so the home plan needs both winter readiness and summer hazard preparation.

Living through the seasons

Summers are the easier season. Winter comfort deserves a closer look.

Overall Comfort
Moderate

2 / 5

Average Summer High
89°F

Warm · 89°F

Days Above 90°F
46 days/year

Good

Summer Feel
Very Good

3.4 / 5

Average Winter Low
18°F / -8°C

Poor

Days Below Freezing
144 days/year

Poor

Winter Feel
Poor

1 / 5

The shape of the year

Humidity, comfortable months, and sunshine show how the seasons differ.

Humidity
70%

Good

Comfortable Months
4 months

Poor

Solar Exposure
1550 peak sun hrs/yr

Poor

Air, allergies, and weather

Air quality and allergies shape day to day comfort. The best months and weather risks help with timing.

Air and allergies

Air Quality
Excellent

4.7 / 5

Allergy Levels
Poor

Current AQI

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Current PM2.5

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Timing and weather

Long Term Fine Particle Pollution
6 µg/m³ 2021-2025 modeled average

Good · 6 µg/m³ 2021-2025 modeled average

Best Months
May, Jun, Aug, Sep
Toughest Months
Feb, Jan, Dec
Heat Risk
Moderate

Good

Drought Risk
Low
Weather Volatility
Moderate

3.2 / 5

Omaha in everyday life

Could Omaha work for you?

What may work well

  • The published rows show a Warm 89°F average summer high, Very Good summer feel, Excellent air quality, Low drought risk, and four months that are comfortable.
  • Omaha’s parks, trails, riverfront, recreation, Old Market, and cultural places support an outdoor and indoor calendar.
  • The 2021 to 2025 modeled pollution average is labeled Good at 6 micrograms per cubic meter.
  • The climate ledger gives clear planning prompts for winter cold, allergies, storms, heating, cooling, power, and home comfort.

What to think about

  • The average winter low is 18°F, winter feel is Poor, and February, January, and December are toughest months.
  • Allergy levels are Poor, so warm summer conditions do not answer questions about personal comfort.
  • The climate ledger lists Moderate heat risk while the separate safety hazard ledger lists High heat risk.
  • Only four months are listed as comfortable, so indoor options and winter home quality matter early in the address search.

Plan around Omaha’s winter edge before the summer calendar

  1. Visit in winter and summer

    Notice heating, cooling, windows, humidity, allergies, shade, lighting, sidewalks, snow or ice, parking, power, and how the home feels after a cold or warm day.

  2. Price home comfort

    Review heating, cooling, insulation, windows, utilities, insurance, maintenance, power, shade, drainage, and storm preparation.

  3. Choose indoor alternatives

    Identify recreation, parks, trails, riverfront places, Old Market, home activities, and nearby options for Poor allergy days, snow, cold, storms, or heat.

  4. Keep both heat rows visible

    Use the Moderate climate heat row and separate High safety hazard heat row alongside the 89°F summer high, 18°F winter low, 70 percent humidity, and four comfortable months.

Questions retirees ask

What is Omaha’s summer weather like?

The published average summer high is Warm at 89°F, with Very Good summer feel and Moderate heat risk in the climate ledger. Allergy levels are Poor, while the separate safety hazard ledger lists High heat risk.

Does Omaha have cold winters?

Winter feel is Poor and the average winter low is 18°F. February, January, and December are toughest, so heating, insulation, lighting, sidewalks, snow or ice, parking, and indoor alternatives deserve attention.

Is Omaha humid?

Humidity is published as 70 percent. Review ventilation, windows, air conditioning, heating, moisture, and the home’s comfort after cold, snow, rain, or a warm day.

What are the toughest months in Omaha?

February, January, and December are listed as toughest, while four months are comfortable. Outdoor plans should be arranged around cold, snow or ice, allergies, storms, parks, trails, and the exact home.

What do the air quality rows mean for Omaha?

Air quality is labeled Excellent at 4.7 out of 5, while long term fine particle pollution is labeled Good at 6 micrograms per cubic meter for the 2021 to 2025 modeled average. Allergy levels are Poor, so use both labels when planning personal comfort.

Omaha offers a warm summer pattern and city recreation, while a very cold winter, allergies, storms, heat, power, and the actual home determine comfort. For Omaha’s climate plan, choose Save, Compare, or Find my fit.

Sources

Climate comfort helps estimate how practical daily life may feel across the year, especially for heat, humidity, cold, and seasonal constraints.

Seasonal timing, health conditions, air conditioning, air quality, and elevation can change the lived experience.

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