Texas – Frost coats windshields across the Panhandle this morning as biting winter air settles over Amarillo, turning sidewalks slick and making early travel feel harsh and brittle. The cold is sharp now, but the bigger story is how fast conditions flip heading into the first days of February.
According to the National Weather Service in Amarillo, temperatures started the morning in the mid-20s with light winds, allowing cold air to pool near the ground. Roads stayed mostly dry, but shaded spots and bridges carried a flash-freeze risk where moisture lingered.
Sunshine dominates the daytime pattern, pushing highs into the mid-50s today. That warmth sets up a classic winter hazard tonight as temperatures slide back toward 20 degrees. Melted snow and runoff may refreeze, especially on secondary roads, parking lots, and overpasses along I-40 and Loop 335.
By Saturday, clouds increase and highs retreat into the upper 30s, keeping the air brisk and unsettled. A slight chance of flurries Saturday night won’t bring accumulation, but it reinforces the cold pattern before a dramatic turnaround.
Sunday changes everything. Southwest winds strengthen, skies clear, and highs surge into the low 60s. By Monday, Amarillo flirts with the upper 60s, a sharp contrast to the winter chill gripping much of the central and eastern U.S. This swing matters. Rapid thawing followed by cooler nights can leave pavement damp and slick after sunset.
Drivers should plan extra time during early mornings, watch bridges closely, and keep winter layers handy despite the warm afternoons. More adjustments are possible early next week as February settles in.
Five-Day Outlook for Amarillo, Texas
• Friday: Sunny, high near 56
• Saturday: Mostly cloudy, high near 39
• Sunday: Sunny and warmer, high near 63
• Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 68
• Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 58
