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Last Map Update: Sat, Sep 12, 2026 at 4:24:22 am CDT

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Saturday Weather: Hot w/ Isolated Storms Possible

Record Heat Possible Saturday

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Hot afternoon temperatures are expected to develop, especially off the Caprock region where temperatures up to 107°F are likely. Limit your time outdoors during peak heat to prevent dangerous heat-related illnesses.

Hot conditions are expected to develop this afternoon, with record breaking heat possible at Lubbock and Childress climate stations. A Heat Advisory is in effect for areas off the Caprock from 1 PM through 8 PM CDT this evening. Although confidence is low, an isolated storm or two cannot be ruled out across the Caprock this afternoon.

Record high temperatures are possible across west Texas on Saturday as high temperatures reach the low to mid 100s. Normal high temperatures for this time of year are in the upper 80s to low 90s.

Hot temperatures are expected to continue through early next week, before a slight cooling trend takes place. Brining afternoon highs back near normal for this time of year. Chances for widespread precipitation is expected to return as early as Tuesday afternoon.

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Local Weather History For September 12th...

1989: Torrential rains totaling between three and four inches fell across northern Hale County early this evening
resulting in flash flooding along Running Water Draw through Plainview. Floodwaters were reported to be waist deep in the
downtown stalling several automobiles.