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Last Map Update: Fri, Sep 4, 2026 at 1:40:14 pm CDT

Isolated to scattered storms will be possible Friday afternoon and evening across much of the Caprock regions. The severe weather threat remains low, though a few storms may produce strong to marginally severe wind gusts along with frequent lightning. #lubwx #txwx
It will be hot again today, most areas reaching over 100 degrees. Isolated thunderstorms will be possible this afternoon and early evening.
Isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms will clear before midnight, with mostly quiet conditions thereafter. Saturday will be a similar set up to Friday. Becoming hot by the afternoon with another chances for afternoon and evening storms near the TX/NM state line. #lubwx #txwx
Mostly hot and dry conditions are expected for the extended holiday weekend. Expect temperatures in the mid 90s to lower triple digits under clear skies.

 

 

 

Local Weather History For September 4th...
1971: High winds, hail and heavy rain struck the Kirkland area east of Childress this afternoon causing extensive damage
to both property and crops. In Kirkland, one vacant house was blown down, half of the post offices roof was blown off