Amarillo, Texas – Large hail and damaging winds are likely to slam Amarillo by early Sunday afternoon, with a tornado still possible through nightfall.
According to the National Weather Service in Amarillo, a 50% chance of severe thunderstorms begins after 1 p.m. Sunday, especially over the northeastern combined Panhandles, including Potter and Randall counties. Localized flash flooding is possible, and tornado conditions remain favorable through 6 p.m. Anyone in low-lying or flood-prone areas should prepare now by securing outdoor items and avoiding unnecessary travel.
High temperatures on Sunday will climb to 89°F, but do not let the sunny start fool you. Thunderstorm activity ramps up fast, with storm cells strengthening after noon. Drivers along Interstate 40 should expect rapid weather changes, reduced visibility, and gusty crosswinds into Sunday night.
By Monday, conditions slightly ease but remain unstable. A 30% chance of storms returns after 1 p.m., with highs near 78°F and more isolated showers continuing into Monday night. Each evening through Tuesday night carries at least a 30% to 40% chance of thunderstorms, some of which may become strong again by Tuesday afternoon.
🔎 Extended Five-Day Amarillo Forecast (June 7–June 12)
- Saturday, June 7: High 84°F — Early storms, clearing skies
- Sunday, June 8: High 89°F — Strong to severe storms after 1 p.m.
- Monday, June 9: High 78°F — Afternoon storm chances continue
- Tuesday, June 10: High 79°F — More scattered thunderstorms
- Wednesday, June 11: High 80°F — 30% storm chance remains
- Thursday, June 12: High 85°F — Fewer storms, more sun ahead
Storm risks persist through Wednesday, but a warmer, calmer pattern may return by Thursday. Updates will follow as new advisories are issued.
