AMARILLO, Texas – Dust drifts over open ranchland this Monday morning as steady winds roll through the Texas Panhandle. The air is warm and dry, carrying the unmistakable edge of fall change. By sunrise Tuesday, the same breeze driving today’s fire danger will usher in sharply cooler air, marking one of the region’s first brushes with frost.
According to the National Weather Service in Amarillo, southwest winds today could gust over 30 mph, combining with single-digit humidity across the southern Panhandle. Fire crews urge caution — even a small spark could spread quickly through dry grass. Residents should avoid outdoor burning, secure trailers and equipment, and use extra care along I-40, where crosswinds may jostle high-profile vehicles.
By Tuesday, a cold front pushes south, dropping highs into the low 70s and bringing clear skies and calmer winds. Lows dip into the upper 30s by sunrise Wednesday, raising the chance for patchy frost in the northern Panhandle from Dumas to Dalhart. Farmers and gardeners should take quick action to protect late crops and sensitive vegetation.
The pattern shifts again late Thursday into Friday as another system sweeps in from New Mexico, delivering the next chance for showers and a few rumbles of thunder. No severe storms are expected yet, but slick roads and brief downpours could affect travel.
After that, the weekend looks cool and sunny — a welcome pause after a week of wind, fire risk, and temperature swings that signal the Panhandle’s steady march toward true fall.
Five-Day Forecast for Amarillo, TX:
Mon: 83/39 – Sunny; gusts to 30 mph; fire danger south.
Tue: 71/46 – Sunny and cooler; patchy frost north.
Wed: 78/53 – Mostly sunny; light breeze.
Thu: 79/49 – Partly sunny; PM storms possible.
Fri: 74/44 – Early showers; turning cooler and clear.
