Amarillo, Texas – Weekend plans in the Texas Panhandle may be disrupted as storms build and strong winds threaten travel through Tuesday. Dangerous gusts topping 70 mph remain possible, especially near I-40 and I-27 where drivers should expect sudden hazards.
According to the National Weather Service in Amarillo, isolated severe storms may develop Thursday evening across the northwest Panhandle. The main risk is damaging winds, but localized flooding could also impact rural roads and low-lying areas if storms stall.
Friday brings a shift to mostly cloudy skies with highs in the low 70s, but the real concern arrives Saturday night through Sunday. Storm chances climb to 50 percent Sunday, creating potential delays for outdoor events, including high school football and weekend gatherings. Winds will continue to gust across open highways, making travel risky for high-profile vehicles.
Residents should secure outdoor items ahead of Friday night, charge devices, and plan for possible power interruptions if severe storms fire. Emergency managers remind drivers to avoid flooded roadways and delay non-essential travel when storms move through.
By early next week, rain chances ease, but lingering showers remain possible Monday. Sunshine returns Tuesday with highs rebounding into the mid-80s, marking a warmer start to the fall week.
Warnings may be upgraded if conditions worsen, with the best chance of widespread severe activity late Saturday into Sunday night.
Five Day Forecast for Amarillo, Texas
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, high 73, gusty winds up to 20 mph.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, high 73, evening storm chances.
- Sunday: 50% chance of thunderstorms, high 72, strong winds possible.
- Monday: 20% chance of showers, high 80, partly cloudy.
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 87, drier air returns.
