Amarillo, Texas – Storm clouds will build over Amarillo this week as spring thunderstorms take aim at the region starting Tuesday, threatening wet roads and delays on I-40 and I-27. As the work week begins, residents should prepare for several rounds of heavy showers, lightning, and shifting winds that could disrupt travel and daily routines.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and scattered thunderstorms will roll in Tuesday afternoon, with the strongest chance of downpours and lightning arriving by Tuesday night. Rainfall will likely intensify into Wednesday, with a 70% chance of showers and storms during the day and another round possible after dark. Drivers should be cautious on major routes like I-40, as wet pavement and sudden visibility drops may slow commutes and deliveries.
Thunderstorms may linger through Thursday, with up to a 50% chance of additional rain and gusty winds. Homeowners are encouraged to secure outdoor items and check that drainage systems are clear to prevent localized flooding. By Friday and Saturday, on-and-off showers are possible, but some sun is expected to return by the weekend.
This stretch of active weather marks one of Amarillo’s wettest spring spells of the year, echoing similar late-April storm events in recent history. Stay alert for updated weather statements, and keep your devices charged in case of lightning-related power outages. More advisories may follow if severe conditions develop.
Five-Day Amarillo, TX Weather Outlook:
- Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms, high near 62°F.
- Tuesday Night: Rain and storms likely, low near 50°F.
- Wednesday: Thunderstorms likely, high 72°F.
- Thursday: Showers and possible thunderstorms, high 72°F.
- Friday-Saturday: Scattered showers, highs in the 70s, partly sunny intervals.
