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10:44 AM CDT 05/21/2026 - A level 1/5 Marginal Risk of severe storms has been introduced for a majority of the #KLBK forecast area for later today. The primary concerns for any storms that develop will be damaging wind gusts around 60 MPH and hail up to quarter sized (1.00” in diameter) will be possible with the strongest storms. Timing has pushed back just a little, with the window of best opportunity existing from 5 PM - 2 AM CDT. #TXwx #NMwx #SPwx #Lubbock #SevereWeather

9:10 AM CDT 05/21/2026 Radar Update - Isolated showers and thunderstorms are impacting the region early this morning! The heaviest activity remains across the Permian Basin, with some lighter pockets of drizzle and light rain over northwestern areas. More scattered activity is expected after 3 PM this afternoon! Roughly 50% of the 30-County Forecast Area is expected to see rainfall today! While not everyone will get in on the action, some locally heavy totals will be possible. #TXwx #NMwx #SPwx #Lubbock #KLBK

05/20/2026 - Another similar shower and storm event is expected across the #KLBK forecast area for Thursday, May 21, 2026! While not everyone will get in on the rainfall, some locally heavy downpours will be possible! Check out the details in tonight's forecast update⛈ #TXwx #NMwx #SPwx #Lubbock #LubWX

https://www.everythinglubbock.com/weather/another-round-of-showers-and-storms-possible-thursday/

05/20/2026 - Across the Lubbock metro, we saw anywhere from a few hundredths to a few tenths of an inch of rainfall! Here is a look at how much we picked up on our Neighborhood Weather Network sensors. Officially, we picked up 0.07" at Preston Smith International Airport, making it the first day with measurable rain in Lubbock for the month of May!

Here is a look at how rainfall totals stack up around the region as of 5 PM CDT Wednesday, May 20, 2026! Find out who finished in the Top 5, and when more rain is possible around the region here⛈ https://www.everythinglubbock.com/weather/rain-winding-down-more-possible-thursday/

10:24 AM CDT 05/20/2026 - Good Wednesday morning! It’s about mid-morning now, and we’re beginning to see isolated showers develop over western areas. This activity is extremely isolated, and not amounting to much in the way of measurable precipitation initially. Rain chances will remain at 50% coverage for the 30-county forecast area today. The most widespread coverage will arrive later this afternoon. Again, #Lubbock’s best chance of seeing showers or storms will exist through mid-afternoon. #TXwx #NMwx #KLBK

05/19/2026 - Locally heavy downpours could lead to some areas of localized flash flooding on Wednesday, May 20, 2026! Ongoing drought conditions have made our soil rock hard, and will delay the rate at which water can be absorbed back into it. Locally heavy rainfall rates will lead to some flooding in typical trouble spots. The highest potential will remain just south of the forecast area.

05/19/2026 - A low-end risk for severe storms exists across the region for Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Damaging wind gusts around 60 MPH and hail near quarter sized (1.00" in diameter) will be possible with the strongest storms. Timing will be from the Noon through Midnight. We'll see two windows of opportunity, but not much in the way of severe caliber storms is expected! Be sure to follow along for updates.

05/19/2026 - A level 1/5 marginal risk for severe storms has been issued for areas in dark green on the image below for Wednesday, May 20, 2026! Areas in the light green could see thunderstorms, but severe weather is not *likely*. Damaging wind gusts and large hail will be possible with the strongest storms! Tornadoes are not likely. Timing for severe weather will be from 4 PM CDT through Midnight! Be sure to follow along for updates, and remain #WeatherAware!

05/19/2026 - Our Wednesday will feature scattered showers and thunderstorms across the #KLBK forecast area! The most widespread coverage is expected over eastern areas, with central and western areas likely seeing more isolated to scattered activity. Overall, at least 50% of the 30-County forecast area is expected to see measurable rainfall (≥0.01") on Wednesday, May 20, 2026! #TXwx #NMwx #Lubbock #Rain #DroughtRelief

05/18/2026 - A cold front will move into the region overnight, bringing in cooler air for the rest of the week! Showers and storms will move back into the region this week, resulting in locally heavy downpours for *some*! Check out the latest details in my forecast update.

https://www.everythinglubbock.com/weather/temps-cool-and-rain-chances-increase/

05/18/2026 - Portions of the forecast area have been placed under the potential for flash flooding on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. There is still uncertainty as to just how much rain each location will receive, but the potential for locally heavy rainfall does exist! With our ground being as dry as it is, it will take a little longer for the rain to absorb into it. Be sure to follow along for updates!

05/18/2026 - I hope your Monday is off to a great start! Red Flag Warnings are in effect for all of the South Plains, most of the Rolling Plains, eastern New Mexico and southeastern New Mexico on Monday. Extremely critical to critical fire weather conditions are forecast in the afternoon and evening.

Should wildfires develop around the region today - due to volatile fire weather conditions - you may see a ‘Fire Warning’ or ‘Evacuate Now’ alert issued! These types of alerts are very rare, and should be taken seriously! Remain #WeatherAware today, folks!

Good Sunday morning☀️

Weather Aware Days have been issued for the #KLBK forecast area for both Sunday and Monday, May 17-18, 2026! The concern? Extremely Critical wildfire conditions🔥

Strong wind gusts around 50 MPH, humidity values at or below 10%, above average temperatures, and ongoing drought condition are unfortunately setting the stage for optimal wildfire conditions around the region.

Precautionary actions:
• Suspend all outdoor burning and activities that could result in a spark.
• Properly secure any loose chains to your trucks/trailers to avoid producing sparks while driving down the road.
• Do NOT park your vehicles over dry dead grass.
• Properly dispose of all cigarettes and cigars.
• If you see a fire or smell smoke, report it to 911 IMMEDIATELY!

Stay #WeatherAware, and let’s all do our part to prevent wildfires and keep our neighbors safe. In the meantime, keep praying for rain🌧️ #TXwx #NMwx #Lubbock #SPwx #FireWX #Wildfire