LUBBOCK, Texas – Fall may have arrived, but Lubbock residents will feel summer-like warmth this weekend with sunshine dominating the skies. Drivers on I-27 and across the South Plains can expect clear roads and safe travel conditions as temperatures stay well above freezing.
According to the National Weather Service in Lubbock, Thursday begins with highs near 82 degrees under clear skies. Friday climbs even warmer, reaching 87 degrees with light south winds. Nights stay mild, holding in the upper 50s to low 60s, ensuring no risk of early frost this week.
Saturday continues the trend with mostly sunny skies and a high near 87, perfect for outdoor plans, football games, or harvest events. By Sunday, a slight dip to 85 brings partly sunny skies, still keeping conditions warm and pleasant. While dry weather dominates, residents should remain hydrated and limit afternoon outdoor activity as the sun stays strong despite the calendar flipping to fall.
Looking ahead, October’s first days show only gradual cooling. Monday brings a high near 81, while Tuesday holds at 84 under more sunshine. The real shift toward cooler fall weather appears delayed, with no significant cold fronts expected until later next week.
Texans eager for crisp fall mornings may have to wait longer, but this stretch guarantees safe travel, outdoor activity opportunities, and steady conditions for the South Plains. Officials stress residents should continue to check updates, as changes in early October could bring the first signs of a cooler season.
Five Day Forecast for Lubbock, Texas
- Thursday: Sunny, high 82, low 57
- Friday: Sunny, high 87, low 61
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 87, low 62
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high 85, low 61
- Monday: Mostly cloudy, high 81, low 59
