Weather forecast for today
Amherst, NE

Weather forecast for today

Sunday, May 18.

Scattered Thunderstorms / Wind
6:14 am

8:52 pm
CDT
Scattered Thunderstorms / Wind
73°F / 55°F
  • Wind: 27mph ESE
  • Humidity: 43%
  • Precip. probability: 42%
  • Precipitation: 0.87"
  • UV index: 7
Today, in Amherst, scattered thunderstorms will bring gusty winds and possible lightning.
Substantial precipitation is anticipated. The highest forecasted temperature is a warm 73.4°F, while the lowest temperature will be a moderate 55.4°F.
The highest temperature today will align with the usual May peak of 70.3°F.
Sunrise was at 6:14 am and sunset will be at 8:52 pm; the daylight will last for 14h and 37min.

Current condition

Sunny
9:50 am CDT
Sunny
  • 59°F
  • Feels like: 55°F
  • Wind: 19mph E
  • Humidity: 46%
  • Dewpoint: 37°F
  • Pressure: 29.84"Hg
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
  • UV index: 3
Currently, in Amherst, blue skies stretch endlessly, with the sun at its brightest.
The temperature is a refreshing 59°F, with the apparent temperature being evaluated at a moderate 55.4°F. The current temperature is near the lowest anticipated 55.4°F for today.

Weather radar - Amherst, NE

Doppler radar displays precipitation for the past 2h and forecasts the next 30min

Frequently asked questions

What is the current temperature in Amherst?
Currently (9:50 am CDT) it is 59°F in Amherst.
What is the weather forecast for Amherst for today?
On Sunday, scattered thunderstorms will bring heavy rain and gusty winds, particularly in the afternoon.
Will it rain today in Amherst?
Yes. With a probability of 42%, substantial precipitation of 0.87" is predicted.
What will be the highest temperature today?
Today, the maximum temperature will be 73.4°F, while the minimum temperature will be 55.4°F.
The highest temperature will be in line with the average maximum of 70.3°F in May. The lowest temperature will be a couple of degrees higher than the average low of 51.6°F.
When is the sunrise / sunset today in Amherst?
On Sunday, in Amherst, sunrise was at 6:14 am and sunset will be at 8:52 pm (CDT).
How long is the day today?
In Amherst, the length of the day today will be 14h and 37min.

Hourly weather forecast

10 am
  • 61°F
  • Feels like:
    57°F
Mostly Sunny / Wind
Mostly Sunny / Wind
  • Wind: 20mph ESE
  • Pressure: 29.83"Hg
  • Humidity: 44%
  • Precip. probability: 1%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
11 am
  • 64°F
  • Feels like:
    63°F
Partly Cloudy / Wind
Partly Cloudy / Wind
  • Wind: 22mph ESE
  • Pressure: 29.8"Hg
  • Humidity: 40%
  • Precip. probability: 2%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
12 pm
  • 68°F
  • Feels like:
    68°F
Partly Cloudy / Wind
Partly Cloudy / Wind
  • Wind: 24mph ESE
  • Pressure: 29.74"Hg
  • Humidity: 39%
  • Precip. probability: 1%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
1 pm
  • 70°F
  • Feels like:
    70°F
Mostly Cloudy / Wind
Mostly Cloudy / Wind
  • Wind: 24mph ESE
  • Pressure: 29.71"Hg
  • Humidity: 40%
  • Precip. probability: 15%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
2 pm
  • 70°F
  • Feels like:
    70°F
Cloudy / Wind
Cloudy / Wind
  • Wind: 25mph ESE
  • Pressure: 29.65"Hg
  • Humidity: 41%
  • Precip. probability: 15%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
3 pm
  • 72°F
  • Feels like:
    72°F
Cloudy / Wind
Cloudy / Wind
  • Wind: 26mph ESE
  • Pressure: 29.62"Hg
  • Humidity: 41%
  • Precip. probability: 15%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
4 pm
  • 72°F
  • Feels like:
    72°F
Cloudy / Wind
Cloudy / Wind
  • Wind: 27mph ESE
  • Pressure: 29.59"Hg
  • Humidity: 43%
  • Precip. probability: 15%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
5 pm
  • 72°F
  • Feels like:
    72°F
Isolated Thunderstorms / Wind
Isolated Thunderstorms / Wind
  • Wind: 26mph ESE
  • Pressure: 29.53"Hg
  • Humidity: 47%
  • Precip. probability: 30%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 9mi
6 pm
  • 72°F
  • Feels like:
    72°F
Scattered Thunderstorms / Wind
Scattered Thunderstorms / Wind
  • Wind: 25mph ESE
  • Pressure: 29.5"Hg
  • Humidity: 51%
  • Precip. probability: 42%
  • Precipitation: 0.08"
  • Visibility: 7mi
7 pm
  • 70°F
  • Feels like:
    70°F
Scattered Thunderstorms / Wind
Scattered Thunderstorms / Wind
  • Wind: 24mph ESE
  • Pressure: 29.5"Hg
  • Humidity: 60%
  • Precip. probability: 56%
  • Precipitation: 0.08"
  • Visibility: 5mi
8 pm
  • 66°F
  • Feels like:
    66°F
Thunderstorms / Wind
Thunderstorms / Wind
  • Wind: 21mph ESE
  • Pressure: 29.5"Hg
  • Humidity: 69%
  • Precip. probability: 66%
  • Precipitation: 0.08"
  • Visibility: 4mi
Sunset: 8:52 pm
9 pm
  • 63°F
  • Feels like:
    61°F
Thunderstorms / Wind
Thunderstorms / Wind
  • Wind: 22mph ESE
  • Pressure: 29.47"Hg
  • Humidity: 81%
  • Precip. probability: 90%
  • Precipitation: 0.2"
  • Visibility: 5mi
10 pm
  • 61°F
  • Feels like:
    57°F
Thunderstorms / Wind
Thunderstorms / Wind
  • Wind: 22mph ESE
  • Pressure: 29.5"Hg
  • Humidity: 85%
  • Precip. probability: 64%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 5mi
11 pm
  • 61°F
  • Feels like:
    57°F
Thunderstorms / Wind
Thunderstorms / Wind
  • Wind: 22mph ESE
  • Pressure: 29.47"Hg
  • Humidity: 90%
  • Precip. probability: 73%
  • Precipitation: 0.08"
  • Visibility: 4mi
Today, a combination of unstable, cloudy and clear weather is forecasted.
Rain is anticipated from 5 pm to 11 pm. With moderate precipitation of 0.2", most rainfall is expected at 9 pm.
The temperature will vary between a minimum of 60.8°F and a maximum of 71.6°F. The warmest part of the day will be from 3 pm to 6 pm.
The maximum temperature today will be resembling May's average high. Forecasts indicate a night temperature also moderately higher than the usual May minimum of 51.6°F.
Updated: May 18, 2025 @ 14:50:18 UTC
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Amherst, Nebraska, USA

  • en: Amherst, Nebraska, USA
  • es: Amherst, Nebraska, EE.UU.
  • hr: Amherst, Nebraska, SAD
  • sr: Amherst, Nebraska, SAD
  • zh: 阿默斯特, 内布拉斯加, 美国
  • Latitude: 40.838910°
  • Longitude: -99.268857°
  • Elevation: 2238 ft
  • Current time: 10:05am CDT
  • Sunrise: 6:14 am CDT
  • Sunset: 8:52 pm CDT
  • Timezone: America/Chicago
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