Lubbock, Texas – Severe thunderstorms are expected to develop late Tuesday afternoon across northwest Texas, with large hail, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes possible along the I-27 corridor and into the Rolling Plains overnight.
According to the National Weather Service in Lubbock, storms will begin forming near the Texas–New Mexico border between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., then move eastward across Lubbock, Plainview, and surrounding areas through about 2 a.m. Wednesday. The region remains under a slight risk for severe weather, with hazards including hail greater than 1 inch in diameter, wind gusts over 60 mph, and brief tornadoes.
Communities including Brownfield, Levelland, Littlefield, and Post are in the storm path. Travel on highways like U.S. 84 and U.S. 87 could become dangerous during the evening commute. Residents are urged to secure outdoor items, charge devices, and have multiple ways to receive warnings overnight.
While Monday remains dry and mild with highs in the low 80s, the shift to active weather marks a stark change. This will be the first widespread severe storm event of the spring for the area.
Storms may linger through early Wednesday morning. Additional watches or warnings could be issued as the system progresses eastward.
