Amarillo, Texas – Spring storms are gearing up to make a prolonged return across the Texas Panhandle, with Amarillo expecting several rounds of showers and thunderstorms starting Tuesday afternoon and continuing through the end of the workweek.
According to the National Weather Service in Amarillo, a 50% chance of thunderstorms develops after 1 p.m. Tuesday, followed by increasing storm coverage into Wednesday and Thursday. Gusty south winds—reaching 25 to 40 mph—may accompany these storms, raising the risk of localized power outages and difficult travel along I-40 and other major routes. Afternoon highs will remain in the upper 70s to low 80s, but rainfall and storm development may limit heating at times.
By Thursday, a 60% chance of thunderstorms persists, with continued wind gusts up to 30 mph. Drivers should use caution on elevated roads and overpasses, especially during the afternoon commute. The strongest storms could bring heavy downpours, brief flooding, or isolated lightning.
Rain chances dip slightly Friday but return again by Saturday, with a 60% chance of more thunderstorms heading into Sunday. While no widespread severe weather is expected yet, conditions remain unstable enough to warrant staying weather-aware.
🌤️ Extended 5-Day Amarillo Forecast:
- Tuesday: 50% chance of storms after 1 p.m., high near 79°F
- Wednesday: Showers and storms likely, high near 76°F
- Thursday: 60% chance of storms, high near 80°F
- Friday: 50% chance of showers/storms, high near 69°F
- Saturday: 60% chance of storms, high near 68°F
