Amarillo, Texas – Texas wakes up to a sharp winter edge as powerful winds surge across the Panhandle, rattling windows and pushing lightweight vehicles on open roads. Gusts build quickly after sunrise, turning an otherwise quiet morning into a high-impact weather day for drivers, ranchers, and anyone traveling exposed highways.
According to the National Weather Service in Amarillo, strong west to north winds will dominate the region today, with gusts exceeding 45 mph possible through early Friday morning. The highest impacts stretch across the Texas and Oklahoma Panhandles, including Potter, Randall, Carson, and Deaf Smith counties.
In Amarillo, winds near 20 mph will frequently spike higher, especially along I-40, US-287, and US-60. Blowing dust may briefly reduce visibility in rural areas, while crosswinds could make travel difficult for semis, RVs, and high-profile vehicles. The cold air adds bite, keeping wind chills in the 20s and 30s despite sunshine.
Conditions stay mostly dry, but the pattern remains active heading into the weekend. Temperatures dip sharply Friday night, and a brief chance for flurries could develop late, though accumulation looks minimal. By Saturday and Sunday, calmer weather returns with gradual warming, setting up a noticeable temperature swing into early next week.
Winds ease by Friday morning, but officials urge caution today. Secure loose objects, plan extra travel time, and keep both hands on the wheel. More advisories could be issued if gusts strengthen.
Five Day Outlook for Amarillo, Texas
- Today: Sunny, windy. High near 53°F. Gusts up to 45 mph.
- Friday: Sunny. High near 54°F. Lighter winds.
- Saturday: Partly sunny. High near 41°F.
- Sunday: Sunny and milder. High near 61°F.
- Monday: Sunny. High near 65°F.
