Lubbock, TX – West Texas will experience sharp temperature swings this week, starting with sub-freezing conditions overnight and shifting to warm, dry, and breezy weather that could increase fire danger by Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service in Lubbock.
Overnight lows are expected to dip into the upper 20s across the South Plains, Rolling Plains, and southern Texas Panhandle before sunshine quickly warms the area to around 64°F on Monday. Forecasters say temperatures will continue rising through midweek, reaching 80°F by Wednesday.
The Hazardous Weather Outlook notes that elevated fire weather conditions may develop Tuesday as gusty southwest winds combine with very low humidity levels. Residents are urged to avoid outdoor burning and secure loose items that could blow away in the wind.
Despite the dry pattern, skies will remain clear through Thursday, creating large day-to-night temperature drops across the region. Cooler air is expected to return by the weekend with slight chances of showers.
