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Last Map Update: Wed, Mar 11, 2026 at 2:26:33 pm CDT

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Mild & Breezy Thursday

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Strong north winds of 30 to 40 mph with gusts to 55 mph are expected today. A Wind Advisory is in effect until 7 PM.

Elevated fire weather conditions are expected across the region today. A Fire Danger Statement is in effect from 11 AM until 7 PM. Avoid outdoor burning today.

A strong morning cold front will bring very windy conditions to the region today along with cooler temperatures. Wind gusts up to 55 mph are expected through this afternoon, and elevated fire danger will develop during the afternoon as well.

Winds will gradually weaken after sunset, becoming light late. Mostly clear skies and light winds will lead to a chilly overnight with lows in the upper 20s to mid 30s.

Following a chilly start, temperatures will rebound to around 70 degrees area-wide Thursday afternoon. A return of breezy southwest winds and dry conditions will also elevate the fire danger.

Warm and dry conditions will prevail into this weekend, until a cold front moves through on Sunday. Highs on Friday will be in the upper 70s to mid-80s, with widespread 80s, even lower 90s on Saturday. Temperatures will trend downward on Sunday, with highs only in the upper 50s and lower 60s Monday. Dry weather will prevail throughout, complete with elevated fire weather at times.

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Local Weather History For March 11th...

1990: A fast-moving line of strong thunderstorms caused sporadic wind damage across the South Plains early this morning.
The most substantial damage was to 15 vehicles that belonged to the city of Lubbock. All of these vehicles lost windows
from wind-blown stones and other small debris.