LUBBOCK, Texas – A hot, dry stretch across West Texas will hold steady through midweek, but a shift looms by Friday. Temperatures will soar into the upper 90s Wednesday, pushing energy demand and raising heat risks for outdoor workers and athletes.
According to the National Weather Service in Lubbock, sunny skies will dominate through Thursday, with highs near 96 by mid-afternoon. Light winds will offer little relief, and officials urge residents to stay hydrated, limit strenuous outdoor activity, and check on vulnerable neighbors.
Conditions begin to change late Friday as moisture moves into the region. A 20 percent chance of showers Friday night increases to 40 percent by Saturday morning, with thunder possible along major routes like Interstate 27. Travelers should prepare for slick roads and potential delays during evening football games or weekend plans.
Saturday night into Sunday brings the greatest storm potential, with a 50 percent chance of rain and scattered thunderstorms. While widespread severe weather is not expected, localized heavy rain and lightning could impact outdoor events.
By Monday, cooler air slides in, dropping highs into the mid-80s. Sunshine will return, signaling the start of a more fall-like pattern for the first full week of September.
Five Day Forecast for Lubbock, Texas:
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 93, light southwest wind.
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 96, low 72, light south winds.
- Friday: Partly sunny, high 93, 20% chance of showers overnight.
- Saturday: 40% chance of storms, high 80, storm risk continues at night.
- Sunday: 50% chance of showers, mostly cloudy, high 83.
