Lubbock, Texas – Heavy rain and late-day thunderstorms could slam into Lubbock by Monday evening, triggering flash flooding along roadways like U.S. 84 and causing potential travel disruptions.
According to the National Weather Service in Lubbock, thunderstorms are expected to intensify Monday afternoon through Tuesday, with localized flooding likely in low-lying areas. Rain chances peak Monday night with an 80% probability of storms, some potentially severe, bringing gusts up to 25 mph and soaking rainfall. Commuters and residents should prepare for water-covered roads and delays, especially in flood-prone zones.
Storm threats persist Tuesday with a 50% chance of additional showers and thunder after 1 p.m. Winds will shift east at 10–15 mph. Though the risk decreases by midweek, scattered storms could linger into Thursday, keeping Lubbock and the South Plains under close watch.
For safety, avoid driving through standing water, secure outdoor items, and monitor NOAA weather alerts. No spotter activation is currently planned, but that could change if storm intensity increases.
🌤️ Five-Day Spring Outlook for Lubbock:
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 72°F
- Monday: Showers, storms likely (80%), high near 66°F
- Tuesday: Showers, chance of storms (50%), high near 72°F
- Wednesday: 30% chance of storms, high near 71°F
- Thursday: Slight storm chance, partly sunny, high near 71°F
