Texas – Frost clings to car roofs across the South Plains this morning as cold air settles over West Texas. The air feels still but biting, with early temperatures hovering near freezing and wind chills dipping into the 20s.
According to the National Weather Service in Lubbock, temperatures rebound quickly today under sunny skies, climbing into the mid-50s. Northwest winds increase later, gusting near 25 mph at times. That breeze dries roads fast but can create brief travel issues on exposed stretches of US-84 and Loop 289.
In Lubbock, early readings near 33 degrees make bridges and shaded streets the slickest spots at daybreak. Any moisture left from overnight condensation could freeze briefly before temperatures rise. Drivers should slow down early, especially near overpasses and campus roadways.
The pattern stays active heading into the weekend. Friday remains mild, reaching the mid-50s again before colder air slides in Saturday. Highs drop sharply into the upper 30s, keeping a winter feel across the region. Saturday night turns cold, with lows near the lower 20s under clear skies.
Sunday flips the script. Sunshine dominates, and temperatures surge into the upper 50s, offering a noticeable warm-up before Monday pushes even warmer air into the South Plains. That back-and-forth swing raises continued concerns for flash freezing during cold mornings, followed by rapid afternoon thawing.
Nationally, the Great Lakes remain nearly half frozen, reinforcing sharp contrasts across the country. For West Texas, that means dry weather but dramatic temperature changes through early February.
Plan layers today, use caution early on roads, and prepare for colder mornings again this weekend. More updates are possible as fronts continue to shift.
Five Day Outlook for Lubbock, Texas
- Today: Sunny, breezy. High near 54°F.
- Friday: Mostly sunny. High near 55°F.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, colder. High near 38°F.
- Sunday: Sunny, warmer. High near 57°F.
- Monday: Sunny. High near 63°F.
