Amarillo, Texas –Storms and downpours could complicate travel across the Texas Panhandle Tuesday, with Amarillo under a summer weather alert as afternoon thunderstorms threaten localized flooding and power disruptions.
According to the National Weather Service in Amarillo, scattered thunderstorms will develop after 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 1, continuing into the evening with a 50% chance of rain. Gusty winds, heavy rainfall, and lightning are the primary hazards, particularly along I-40 and surrounding roadways. Winds from the northeast at 5 to 10 mph will shift throughout the day, intensifying storm development.
By Wednesday and Thursday, the threat shifts to isolated storms, but rain chances persist, especially overnight. The July 4th holiday looks mostly dry in Amarillo, though a stray afternoon storm cannot be ruled out as moisture lingers. Temperatures will hover in the low 80s most of the week, rising slightly by Independence Day weekend.
Residents should secure outdoor items, delay unnecessary driving during storms, and monitor local updates for potential flood advisories. While severe weather is not guaranteed, rapid development of strong cells could affect power and visibility Tuesday through Thursday.
Five-Day Forecast (July 1–6):
- Tuesday: High 81°F – Chance of PM storms, 50%
- Wednesday: High 82°F – Partly sunny, slight PM storm chance
- Thursday: High 83°F – Mostly sunny, 20% storm chance
- Friday (July 4 Weekend Begins): High 88°F – Mostly sunny, breezy
- Saturday: High 91°F – Slight chance of PM storms, humid
- Sunday: High 89°F – Sunny, calm finish to the weekend
