Amarillo, Texas – Residents across the Texas and Oklahoma Panhandles are bracing for another round of triple-digit heat Thursday, with a Heat Advisory in effect until 8 p.m. and dangerous temperatures peaking near 107°F in several communities. The extreme heat, paired with high humidity, is set to impact daily life, putting vulnerable groups and anyone working outdoors at risk for heat illness.
According to the National Weather Service in Amarillo, the advisory covers Amarillo, Dalhart, Canyon, and surrounding towns as temperatures climb through the afternoon and evening. Road crews, outdoor workers, and those without reliable air conditioning are urged to take extra precautions. Southwesterly winds may offer little relief, and cooling centers are expected to see increased traffic through the evening.
Travelers should plan for sun glare on highways and heat stress for vehicles. The heat will linger Friday, with highs around 102°F before a slight cooldown this weekend as scattered storms return. Local health officials recommend drinking plenty of fluids, staying out of the sun, and checking on neighbors—especially the elderly and those with medical conditions.
The Heat Advisory expires tonight, but forecasters warn that more alerts could be issued if temperatures remain high. Storm chances build late Saturday into early next week, offering some relief but bringing a new risk of thunderstorms.
Five Day Forecast for Amarillo, Texas:
- Thursday: Hot, high near 102°F, winds SW 10–15 mph.
- Friday: Partly cloudy, high near 102°F, breezy.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 97°F. Storms possible late.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 94°F, 20% chance of thunderstorms.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, slight chance of storms, high near 89°F.
