Lubbock, Texas – Warm, breezy conditions will kick off Monday across West Texas, but by late afternoon, residents in Lubbock and surrounding areas could see severe storms capable of large hail, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes.
According to the National Weather Service in Lubbock, a dryline will set up west of the Caprock this afternoon, bringing temperatures near 90°F and breezy conditions before fueling isolated to scattered severe thunderstorms after 4 p.m. Areas east of Lubbock, including Spur, Guthrie, and Childress, face the greatest risk, with maximum wind gusts up to 70 mph and hail up to golf-ball size.
City-specific impacts are expected mainly east of the I-27 corridor, where moisture will pool and storms could become strong to severe through the evening. Lubbock itself could see isolated activity, while towns like Jayton, Paducah, and Aspermont lie in a zone of slight to marginal severe risk. Drivers on U.S. Highway 84 and U.S. Highway 82 should remain alert for sudden downpours and reduced visibility.
Preparedness tips include securing outdoor objects, having multiple ways to receive weather alerts, and avoiding travel east of Lubbock late Monday if storms intensify. This setup is typical for late April dryline activity but could deliver the region’s first severe event of the spring season.
The severe threat is expected to diminish overnight, but more rounds of storms could follow later in the week. Residents are encouraged to monitor updated advisories and be prepared for rapid weather changes through Monday night.
