Lubbock, TX – West Texas is on alert for a round of strong to severe thunderstorms expected to develop Wednesday afternoon, potentially impacting travel along Interstate 27 and U.S. Highway 84.
According to the National Weather Service, scattered thunderstorms are possible across the South Plains and Rolling Plains. Some of these storms may become severe, capable of producing damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph and large hail up to the size of a quarter. The primary threat area includes Lubbock, Lynn, Garza, Crosby, and surrounding counties. Residents should secure outdoor furniture and be prepared for sudden changes in conditions.
Drivers on major roadways should remain vigilant. Strong crosswinds could create difficult travel for high-profile vehicles, and sudden downpours may significantly reduce visibility. It is advised to delay or alter travel plans during the peak of the storm activity, which is expected in the afternoon and early evening hours. Having a way to receive weather alerts is critical for anyone who will be on the road.
The storm threat is brief. Conditions are set to clear out for the Juneteenth holiday on Thursday, giving way to sunny skies and a high of 96 degrees. The heat continues into the weekend, with temperatures climbing toward the upper 90s. Another chance for storms may return to the region by Monday.
Your five-day weather outlook:
- TUESDAY: Sunny and hot with a high near 104.
- WEDNESDAY: A low chance of severe thunderstorms; high of 92.
- THURSDAY (JUNETEENTH): Sunny with a high near 96.
- FRIDAY: Mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 98.
- SATURDAY: Sunny, with a high near 95.
