Lubbock Sizzles, Then Sizzles Again: Afternoon Storms Drench City

Lead Breezy skies and patchy sunshine greeted Lubbock Saturday before heavy afternoon thunderstorms swept through, bringing flash flooding risks and gusty winds as temperatures peaked at 85°F and dipped to 67°F.

Nut Graf Saturday’s unsettled weather-marked by shifting clouds, stiff south-southwest breezes and potent storms-underscores the volatile transition from late-summer heat to early-fall rainfall in the South Plains, prompting caution for outdoor plans and ongoing football festivities.

Clouds, Sun and Sudden Downpours Intervals of sun and clouds in the morning gave way to rapid thunderstorm development by mid-afternoon, with storm cells producing:

• Localized heavy rainfall capable of flash flooding
• Hail and wind gusts up to 30 mph
• Brief drops in visibility and slick road conditions

Evening Thunder Risks Storms lingered into the evening, keeping skies mostly cloudy overnight. Residents were advised to:

• Secure loose outdoor items against gusts
• Monitor weather alerts for flood warnings
• Avoid low-lying roads prone to pooling water

Temperatures and Winds

• Afternoon high: 85°F
• Overnight low: 67°F
• Wind: South at 10-20 mph, with gusts reaching 30 mph

Outlook Sunday promises a reprieve with partly cloudy skies and reduced rain chances, as cooler early-fall air gradually stabilizes the local atmosphere.