LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – The South Plains is about to experience a significant rise, and then drop, in temperatures. The roller coaster will take us to record warmth this weekend, and then to one of our coldest nights in months. Here’s our day-by-day expectations.
Today, as you know, brought windy conditions once again to the KCBD/FOX34 viewing area. The good news is, of course, the winds dropped from windy to breezy as the sun dipped below the horizon. Some welcome relief from the wind tonight.
Friday is shaping up to be a mild day. Some might even say beautiful. We’re expecting much less wind and notably warmer temperatures. Pleasant conditions to get out and enjoy the outdoors.
Check out the temperature and wind in the “Daily” forecast visible below after you finish and close this story. For planning your day, or evening, check out the “Hourly” forecast.
Saturday takes the warmth to another level. We’re tracking conditions that are likely to result in a record high for the Lubbock area. It’s late Spring, but it will feel more like a Summer afternoon. If heat is your thing, consider Saturday to be another great day to be outside. Remember to stay hydrated and protect yourself from the sun if you will be spending extended time outdoors.
Sunday is when Mother Nature flips the switch. The change may seem dramatic. A cold front, which earlier in the week was anticipated late Sunday, is now expected by mid- to late morning in the Lubbock area. It will become very windy, with gusts likely greater than 50 miles per hour at times.
The strong winds will make it feel even colder than the actual temperature. Low visibility in blowing dust is possible. Secure any loose outdoor items which may become airborne.
The temperature will fall rapidly behind the front. Combined with the strong wind, wind chills will get uncomfortably low by Sunday afternoon and evening…