LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – Dry and seasonably mild weather highlight our forecast from tonight through Thursday night. Change follows as a weather system will move into the KCBD/FOX34 viewing area late in the week. It is expected to bring rain, perhaps a few thunderstorms, and significantly different weather for Valentine’s Day.
Today’s Rain
No rain was reported today at the Lubbock Airport. The total for the year so far is 0.66″, which is 0.25″ below average for January 1 through February 10.
No rain was reported today at the Lubbock Airport.(TTU West Texas Mesonet)
Rain reports (in inches) via the TT Mesonet, as of 6 PM CST Tuesday:
0.11 Knox City
0.10 Rotan
0.08 Jayton
0.07 Aspermont
0.07 Fluvanna
0.07 6666 Ranch (Guthrie)
0.06 Gail
0.05 Pitchfork Ranch (Guthrie)
0.05 Snyder 3E
0.04 Lake Alan Henry
0.04 Snyder 3SSW
0.03 Lamesa
0.01 Graham
Cold Night
As clouds clear tonight temperatures will be considerably colder than last night and this morning. Though colder, once again these lows will be roughly five degrees above average for mid-February.
Colder tonight, but lows still about five degrees above average for mid-February.(KCBD First Alert)
The northeasterly breeze will be light, generally less than 10 mph.
Mild Day
I expect a mix of sun and clouds – partly cloudy – Wednesday. After a cold start, temperatures will peak on the cool side, in the low to mid-60s.
A cool afternoon, but with some sunshine and a light wind, mild for the season.(KCBD First Alert)
With a light wind, easterly then southerly, less than 10 mph, the afternoon will be mild for the time of year.
Warm Up
A significant warm up occurs Thursday. The afternoon will bring highs in the 70s. Once again, that is about 20 degrees above average for the season. High clouds will limit the sunshine a bit and a southwest breeze will ramp up to around 10 to 15 mph.
Rain and Possibly Thunderstorms
Friday is when the weather changes significantly. Expect mostly cloudy skies with a slight chance of showers in the morning, with rain showers likely in the afternoon. There may be the rumble of thunder, too. At this time, we don’t expect any severe weather. Any thunderstorm activity, however, may be accompanied by enhanced rainfall.
Measurable rainfall is likely late Friday into Saturday.(KCBD First Alert)
It will be a cool day with highs in the 60s. Winds are anticipated to be light.
Plan for wet conditions, especially in the afternoon and evening. If you’re planning outdoor activities, be prepared to move indoors or reschedule.
Friday night will be the wettest period with steady rain and a slight chance of thunderstorms. This is when the most meaningful rainfall is expected.
Valentine’s Day
Saturday will be rather raw with showers likely into the afternoon, a grey overcast, a brisk northerly wind, and temperatures that may not breach 60 degrees.
A day or two of mild weather before better rain chances late this week.(KCBD First Alert)
Saturday evening weather will bring improving conditions with a slight chance of rain showers lingering into the evening. As skies clear out overnight it will get cold.
Sunshine and Warmth
Sunday will be a nice finish to the weekend with sunny skies and highs in the upper 60s. Monday, Presidents’ Day, will be mostly sunny with a seasonably warm afternoon — a pleasant time to get outside after the wet weekend.
On This Date
On this date, Lubbock’s average low is 30° and the average high is 59°. The record low and high for February 10 are 1° in 1929 and 88° in 2017, respectively.
For February 10, sunrise is at 7:36 AM and sunset at 6:27 PM CST.
For tomorrow, February 11, sunrise is at 7:35 AM and sunset at 6:28 PM CST.
(Source: National Weather Service, Lubbock)
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