Texas – Frost clings to windshields and breath hangs in the air across the Panhandle this morning. In Amarillo, the cold cuts sharply at sunrise, and concrete feels slick where moisture lingered from earlier melts.
According to the National Weather Service in Amarillo, temperatures dropped into the upper teens and lower 20s early, with wind chills near the low teens before easing after sunrise. Skies stay mostly clear to partly cloudy, allowing afternoon highs to rebound into the lower to mid-50s. Winds remain noticeable at times, especially along open stretches of I-40 and US-287.
The calm conditions locally contrast with an active national pattern. Cold air pouring over the Great Lakes continues to fuel lake-effect snow through Friday, while snow develops across parts of the Northern and Central Plains. Farther west, Pacific moisture brings rain and higher-elevation snow into the Northwest, adding to travel delays.
For Amarillo drivers, the main concern is timing. Cold mornings combined with daytime melting can lead to flash freezing after sunset. Bridges, overpasses, and untreated roads may turn slick quickly. Plan extra time if heading out early, and keep distance between vehicles.
By Friday and into the weekend, conditions turn quieter. Sunshine dominates, afternoons feel milder, and highs settle into the 40s and 50s. Nights remain cold, dipping back into the teens and 20s, so pipes, pets, and plants still need protection.
Looking ahead, longer-range outlooks suggest colder air shifting east next week while the southern Plains stay mostly dry. Changes may arrive quickly as February begins. How cold did it feel where you live this morning?
Five Day Outlook for Amarillo, Texas
- Today: Increasing clouds, high near 54°F.
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 53°F.
- Friday: Sunny, high near 54°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 42°F.
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 58°F.
