Amarillo, Texas – Strong storms packing damaging winds and heavy rain could impact the Texas Panhandle beginning Sunday afternoon, with the greatest threat centered over Clarendon, Wellington, and surrounding southeast counties.
According to the National Weather Service in Amarillo, severe storms are expected to develop across the southern and central Panhandles after 1 p.m. Sunday and intensify into the evening. The strongest cells could bring winds up to 75 mph, hail up to two inches in diameter, and a low tornado risk. Rainfall totals may exceed one inch in areas south and east of Amarillo, increasing the potential for localized flash flooding overnight into early Monday.
Areas including Borger, Pampa, and Wheeler fall within a 5% to 40% risk zone for flooding, with the heaviest rainfall likely along U.S. Route 287 and I-40 east of Amarillo. Rainfall rates may overwhelm drainage systems and low-lying roadways. Residents should avoid unnecessary travel, secure outdoor items, and monitor weather alerts closely.
This storm system marks the region’s best rain chance of the weekend. Lighter showers are possible farther north and west, including Dalhart and Guymon.
Flash flood and severe weather warnings may continue through Monday morning—stay connected to alerts and updates from local authorities.
