Mostly Sunny to Partly Cloudy Thursday, Dry Conditions Continue

Skies stay mostly sunny to partly cloudy through the day, and the dry stretch across the South Plains continues with no rain in the immediate picture. Highs across the broader area range from the upper 80s to the upper 90s, so folks out toward the outskirts of town might catch slightly cooler numbers than downtown or the Depot District. Winds blow from the southeast at 5 to 15 mph. Gusts could pick up throughout the day.

For anyone walking around Tech Terrace or hanging out on the patio near 19th Street this evening, expect warm air well into the night before it cools toward that 70 degree low. Outdoor plans around campus or the mall should hold up fine, just plan for wind gusts if you're hauling anything lightweight.

Late September in Lubbock keeps flirting with 90s while the rest of the country starts reaching for jackets.