WBU Weather

Weather and Climate at WBU

Wayland Baptist University, located in Plainview, Texas, experiences a semi-arid climate. The area has:

• Hot summers with average high temperatures ranging from 90°F to 100°F (32°C to 38°C).
• Cool winters with average lows around 20°F to 30°F (-6°C to -1°C).
• Moderate rainfall, with an annual average of about 20 inches (508 mm).
• Occasional severe weather including thunderstorms and tornadoes.

The climate at WBU can affect commuting due to hot summer temperatures and potential winter snow. Campus life adapts to these conditions with indoor activities during extreme weather, and outdoor research may be limited during the hottest parts of the year.