Amarillo, Texas – Unseasonable fall warmth will grip the Texas Panhandle through the weekend, with highs in the upper 80s to near 90 before thunderstorms return early next week. Winds will also be a factor, with gusts approaching 30 mph Saturday.
According to the National Weather Service in Amarillo, skies stay mostly sunny through Sunday with highs ranging from 86 to 90 degrees. Nights will be mild, with lows near 60. The agency noted southerly winds will increase Saturday, reaching sustained speeds of 15 to 20 mph and gusts up to 30 mph. This could make for difficult travel on I-40 and US-287, especially for high-profile vehicles.
The stretch of dry, sunny weather is expected to break Monday night. NWS Amarillo said a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms arrives after sunset, with rain chances increasing Tuesday into Wednesday. Any storms could briefly produce gusty winds, lightning, and localized downpours.
Utility crews and emergency managers are monitoring conditions, though widespread severe weather is not currently anticipated. Residents are urged to secure outdoor items ahead of the weekend wind, hydrate during daytime heat, and keep an eye on developing storm updates early next week.
Outdoor plans for football games, fairs, and fall festivals should remain safe through Sunday, but organizers may need contingency plans starting Monday night. Gardeners are also advised to take advantage of the mild nights, as no frost or freeze risks are expected in the near term.
Five-Day Forecast for Amarillo, TX:
Fri: 90/59 – Sunny, breezy; gusts up to 20 mph.
Sat: 88/62 – Mostly sunny, windy; gusts near 30 mph.
Sun: 87/60 – Sunny, breezy; gusts up to 25 mph.
Mon: 83/58 – Mostly sunny; storm chance late.
Tue: 79/57 – Partly sunny; scattered showers and thunderstorms.
