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Last Map Update: Thu, Jan 22, 2026 at 2:02:29 pm CST

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A potent winter storm will bring an extended period of wintry precipitation to the region this weekend. Precipitation will initially be a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain, which is then expected to transition to mainly snow across most of the region Saturday afternoon. Freezing rain may continue for a longer period over southern portions of the Rolling Plains, with significant icing possible there. Otherwise, the heaviest snow totals are expected over northern portions of the Caprock and the S. TX. Panhandle.

A Winter Storm Watch is in effect for the entire area from Friday afternoon through Sunday morning. Significant snow and ice accumulations are possible and travel will likely be very difficult this weekend.

Very cold temperatures are expected this weekend with morning lows in the single digits on Saturday and Sunday mornings. An Extreme Cold Watch is in effect for the entire area from late Friday night through Sunday morning. Plan to reduce time outdoors, and take the proper precautions to avoid frostbite and hypothermia if you do need to be outside.

After one more mild day today, a potent winter storm will affect the region over the weekend. Dry weather returns early next week, but temperatures will remain below normal.

There is a potential for extreme cold, with sub-zero wind chills, this weekend. While we have had recent spurts of cold weather, we have not yet experienced sub-zero wind chills this winter. Here are some reminders on dressing appropriately for extreme cold.

Here are some tips and tidbits for driving in winter weather. Plan ahead and stay safe this weekend!

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Local Weather History For January 22nd...

2006: Drought conditions intensified over the region, with the Lubbock airport setting its longest streak without rain
since records began in 1911. The streak finally ended on February 2, but only after going 98 days without measurable
precipitation.