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Weather Forecast - kcbd.com
Scattered thunderstorms, some severe, are expected across the South Plains through late Friday evening, bringing wind gusts up to 70 mph and large hail.
Lubbock's high climbs to 93 degrees Friday, well above the average September high of 80. That's still short of the record 99 set for this date, but it adds fuel to any storm that fires up over the afternoon. Localized flooding is the biggest concern, especially in low-lying spots that pool up fast when downpours hit.
Friday night calms down for most of Lubbock, though storms could sneak in near the New Mexico state line with the potential for strong wind gusts. Dry, hot conditions return to West Texas for Saturday and Sunday. After that stretch, forecasters say a significant weather shift is on the way.
For anyone with weekend plans on the South Plains, Friday evening is the window to watch. Hail approaching an inch and a half can dent vehicles and shred roofs, and 70 mph gusts are strong enough to snap tree limbs and knock out power. Once the storms clear out, the region dries back out fast, trading flash flood risk for a return to summer-style heat.
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