Lubbock Weather Outlook: Gusty Winds and 30-Degree Temperature Drop Expected by Saturday Night
LUBBOCK, TEXAS — The South Plains are about to say goodbye to their late-autumn warmth as gusty winds and cooler air roll into Lubbock by Saturday evening, marking the first big shift toward winterlike conditions this season.
According to the National Weather Service in Lubbock, residents can expect one more day of warmth before a brisk north wind sweeps through, dropping temperatures nearly 30 degrees from this week’s highs.
Thursday and Friday: Warm and Sunny Before the Shift
Thursday brings a textbook West Texas autumn day with highs around 83°F and plenty of sunshine. Friday stays mild with highs in the mid-70s under bright skies and light southwest winds — but changes are already brewing to the north.
Forecasters say the approaching cold front will begin to move across the South Plains late Friday night, ushering in stronger winds and cooler air by Saturday afternoon.
Saturday: Gusty Winds and a Rapid Cooldown
By Saturday, the weather will take a noticeable turn. Highs will only reach about 70°F, with north winds gusting up to 20 mph along U.S. 84 and I-27, especially from Lubbock to Plainview.
Gusts may be even stronger across open areas near Muleshoe and the Panhandle, where the wind will make it feel noticeably colder by late afternoon. Skies will remain sunny and dry, but the crisp air will be a sharp contrast to the week’s warmth.
Sunday and Monday: Cold Mornings, Clear Skies
The real chill arrives Saturday night as lows fall into the upper 30s and highs struggle to reach the mid-50s on Sunday. By early Monday morning, rural areas around the South Plains could see frost and wind chills in the upper 20s, especially during Veterans Day ceremonies.
While no rain or snow is expected, the dry air and sharp temperature drop will mark a clear transition into late fall.
What to Expect and How to Prepare
- Secure outdoor decorations ahead of the gusty winds.
- Farmers and ranchers should prepare livestock shelters as temperatures tumble.
- Check heating systems and plan for brisk mornings next week.
Officials note that the colder air mass pushing in from the central U.S. could lead to freezing lows by early next week, so it’s time to dust off the jackets and winter gear.
Five-Day Forecast for Lubbock, TX
- Thursday: 83° / 48° – Sunny, warm; light west breeze.
- Friday: 75° / 47° – Bright skies; mild with southwest winds.
- Saturday: 70° / 38° – Breezy north wind; cooling sharply late.
- Sunday: 55° / 30° – Chilly, sunny; fall chill returns.
- Monday: 63° / 41° – Clear, crisp start to Veterans Day week.
The next few days will showcase West Texas weather at its finest — a dramatic shift from warmth to chill in less than 48 hours. So, while the skies stay blue, don’t be fooled — winter’s first hint is already on the horizon.
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