Thunderstorms Possible Tuesday Evening, Temperatures Remain Above Average

Tuesday's forecast calls for afternoon highs in the middle to upper 90s on the Caprock, with the lower 100s expected off the Caprock. Tonight's low only drops to 69, so anyone hoping for real relief after sunset will keep waiting. The heat has stuck around long past when Lubbock usually starts easing into fall.

That storm chance gives neighbors a shot at rain after another stretch of scorching afternoons. Nothing about the setup guarantees widespread coverage. Don't scrap outdoor plans around Tech Terrace or the Depot District just yet, but keep half an eye on the sky.

For anyone walking near Buddy Holly Hall or out at South Plains Mall this week, the numbers matter more than they might seem. Those highs mean serious heat exposure risk during peak afternoon hours, especially for people working outside or waiting on public transit with no shade. Pets and elderly neighbors face the same strain. The overnight low won't offer much of a break either, since bodies don't get the usual cooldown before the next hot day starts.

September in Lubbock is supposed to be transitional. This week, it's acting like July refused to leave.