South Plains thunderstorm forecast

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Thunderstorms will return to the South Plains area this afternoon and evening. Some storms may become marginally severe. A a similar pattern also is likely the next two days.

Highs today near average for mid-May. This afternoon partly sunny with a light wind, with the... — Highs today near average for mid-May. This afternoon partly sunny with a light wind, with the exception of potential strong thunderstorm gusts.(KCBD First Alert)

The stronger storms may produce hail up to about an inch, wind gusts around 60 mph and heavy rainfall. As usual, coverage will be spotty so some areas will miss out on rain. But also severe weather.

Thunderstorms will return to the South Plains area this afternoon and evening. Some storms may... — Thunderstorms will return to the South Plains area this afternoon and evening. Some storms may become marginally severe.(KCBD First Alert)

A lull in storm and rain chances is expected Saturday, though there will still be a slight chance of a storm or two.

Scattered storms will resume Sunday and currently are anticipated through early next week.

Rain totals for the 24 hours ending at 7 Wednesday morning. Source: TTU Mesonet and National... — Rain totals for the 24 hours ending at 7 Wednesday morning. Source: TTU Mesonet and National Weather Service Lubbock.(KCBD First Alert)

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