Lubbock, Texas – A second straight day of summerlike heat and gusty winds will bake Lubbock on Wednesday, raising fire weather concerns and visibility risks from blowing dust along major routes like U.S. 84 and U.S. 62.
According to the National Weather Service in Lubbock, west winds will increase to 25 mph by Wednesday afternoon, with gusts reaching up to 35 mph. Combined with dry humidity levels and a high near 96°F, these conditions will elevate wildfire danger and could impair visibility for drivers, especially outside city limits. Wind-related impacts are expected to peak between noon and 6 p.m.
The heat will hold steady through Friday with mostly sunny skies and daily highs near 90°F. Wednesday night brings breezy southwest winds turning northwest after midnight, continuing around 15 mph. While no rain is in the forecast, dry ground and warm temperatures will persist, making caution essential for outdoor activity.
Thursday brings slight relief with a high of 85°F and lighter winds. By the weekend, Lubbock will see calmer weather, with highs between 90°F and 91°F and overnight lows around 60°F.
🌡️ Five-Day Forecast for Lubbock, TX:
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 96°F, windy
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 85°F
- Friday: Sunny, high 90°F
- Saturday: Sunny, high 91°F
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 91°F
