Lubbock, Texas – Drivers in West Texas should stay alert this week as scattered thunderstorms and gusty winds threaten parts of the South Plains. Stronger cells may bring brief heavy rain to the Lubbock region by Thursday afternoon, September 25, creating slick roads and delays on I-27 and nearby highways.
According to the National Weather Service in Lubbock, storms are most likely to build across the Caprock and Rolling Plains starting Thursday afternoon. A few stronger storms could deliver wind gusts near 40 mph, though widespread severe weather remains unlikely. Brief downpours may reduce visibility and pond water on roads.
Conditions calm by late Thursday night, giving way to sunny skies across the South Plains Friday into the weekend. Afternoon highs will push back into the upper 80s, keeping early fall afternoons warmer than normal. Cooler mornings linger, with lows dipping into the 50s, a reminder that fall is tightening its grip.
Travelers should prepare for fast-changing conditions Thursday, keeping vehicles fueled and avoiding flooded intersections. Outdoor events and field activities may face interruptions if storms arrive earlier than expected.
The overall weather threat remains low heading into Saturday, but officials urge residents to monitor local updates in case stronger storms redevelop.
Five Day Forecast for Lubbock, Texas
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 87. Winds west 10 mph.
- Wednesday: Chance of storms, high 77. Rain possible early.
- Thursday: Storm risk builds, high near 82. Winds shift northwest.
- Friday: Sunny, high near 87. Lows near 61.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 87. Evening clouds possible.
