Severe Storms Forecast for Plainview This Weekend

Weather service warns of hail, flooding, and possible tornadoes

Apr. 10, 2026 at 12:35am

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Plainview, Texas is bracing for a weekend of severe weather, with the National Weather Service forecasting a high chance of thunderstorms, hail up to baseball-sized, damaging winds, and even the possibility of tornadoes from Friday through Sunday.

Why it matters

Severe storms can pose a serious threat to public safety, causing property damage, power outages, and potential injuries or loss of life. The Plainview area is particularly vulnerable given its location in the heart of 'Tornado Alley' in the southern Great Plains.

The details

According to meteorologist Cece Robinson of the National Weather Service Lubbock, Plainview is expected to see between 0.5 to 0.75 inches of rain, with a 50% chance of hail ranging from quarter-sized to as large as baseballs. Temperatures will remain in the 70s and 80s Fahrenheit, with highs around 80 on Friday, 73 on Saturday, and 84 on Sunday.

  • Storms are likely to begin Friday night and continue through parts of Sunday.
  • The highest chances for widespread severe storms will be during the day on Saturday.

The players

National Weather Service Lubbock

The regional office of the National Weather Service that covers the Plainview area and has issued the hazardous weather warning.

Cece Robinson

A meteorologist with the National Weather Service Lubbock who provided the detailed weather forecast for Plainview.

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What they’re saying

“Thunderstorm chances continue across much of the region on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The highest chances for widespread thunderstorms will be during the day on Saturday. Severe weather will be possible each of these days, and the strongest storms will be capable of producing large hail, damaging wind gusts, and perhaps a tornado or two. Heavy rainfall may also result in localized flooding, especially on Saturday.”

— National Weather Service Lubbock

What’s next

Residents of Plainview and the surrounding area should closely monitor weather forecasts and be prepared to take shelter if severe storms develop. The National Weather Service will continue to provide updates on the evolving weather situation.

The takeaway

The severe storm threat this weekend underscores the importance of Plainview residents staying vigilant and prepared for extreme weather events, which are becoming more frequent and intense due to climate change. Having an emergency plan, stocking up on supplies, and heeding weather warnings could help save lives.