LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – A Fire Weather Warning, also known as a Red Flag Warning, is in effect for Tuesday as elevated fire weather conditions return to the area. We can expect critically dry conditions, strong winds, and near record-breaking warmth, all of which will contribute to a significant fire threat.
Monday Night
Breezy and not as cold tonight. Under a mostly fair sky, temperatures will drop into the 30s. Milder than Monday morning when lows generally were in the 20s, with a few colder locations in the far northwestern viewing area in the teens and some locations in the far southeastern viewing area near freezing.
For the date, February 24, Lubbock’s average low is 33° and the average high is 62°. The records for the date are 1° in 1960 and 89° in 1918, respectively.(KCBD First Alert)
Breezy south to southwesterly winds will average around 10 to 20 mph.
Tuesday’s Fire Danger
A Red Flag, or Fire Weather, Warning will be in effect from 11 AM through 7 PM Tuesday. The dry air (low relative humidity), relatively dry fuels, brisk wind, and very warm afternoon temperatures, will create conditions primed for rapid fire spread.
MUCH warmer Tuesday with high temperatures nearing records for the date.(KCBD First Alert)
Temperatures will soar into the 80s, potentially near record highs, under a sunny – but likely dusty – sky. Strong southwest winds will increase to 15 to 25 mph with gusts around 35 mph.
A Red Flag, or Fire Weather, Warning will be in effect from 11 AM through 7 PM Tuesday.(KCBD First Alert)
Avoid any outdoor burning or activities that may spark a fire. Do not engage in activity that may involve an open flame. Make sure tow chains can’t drag on pavement, which might generate sparks. Don’t drive your vehicle over dry vegetation, which a hot exhaust system may ignite. Of course, never discard cigarettes from your vehicle.
The dry air (low relative humidity), relatively dry fuels, brisk wind, and very warm afternoon temperatures, will create conditions primed for rapid fire spread.(KCBD First Alert)
For the date, February 24, Lubbock’s average low is 33° and the average high is 62°. The records for the date are 1° in 1960 and 89° in 1918, respectively.
Warmer, Then Cooler
Warm, dry, and breezy, conditions will persist through most of the week, with only a brief cooldown Thursday. Temperatures will peak again in the 80s Wednesday, then mostly in the 70s Thursday following a weak cold front Wednesday night.
Much warmer with near record highs Tuesday and Wednesday.(KCBD First Alert)
Wednesday, however, won’t be as windy as Tuesday. West-northwest winds will average around 10 to 20 mph. That’s still breezy.
Warm and Breezy
Warmth returns Friday through Sunday as high pressure builds over the southern U.S.
Strongest winds this period will be Tuesday. A much light breeze is expected Wednesday.(KCBD First Alert)
Expect another round of warm, breezy, dry conditions to close out the work week and kick off the weekend.
Be Weather Aware
Conditions remain critically dry across the region. With strong winds and record warmth on Tuesday, fire danger will be at its peak. Be cautious outdoors and stay with your First Alert Weather Team for updates.
The dry pattern will continue through the weekend.(KCBD First Alert)
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