Amarillo, Texas – A quieter and noticeably milder winter pattern is expected across the Texas and Oklahoma Panhandles beginning Thursday, with temperatures trending above normal and precipitation chances remaining below average through early next week.
According to the National Weather Service and NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center, the Panhandle region is forecast to experience above-normal temperatures from Thursday through Monday, paired with below-normal precipitation. This setup limits storm activity across the Southern Plains and brings a break from more volatile winter weather.
Across the Texas Panhandle, including Amarillo, Canyon, Hereford, Pampa, and Borger, residents can expect mostly dry conditions with daytime highs running warmer than typical for mid-January. Overnight lows will still dip into colder ranges but should remain closer to seasonal norms, reducing concerns for prolonged hard freezes.
In the Oklahoma Panhandle, including Guymon, Boise City, and Hooker, similar conditions are expected. Dry air and sunshine will dominate, allowing temperatures to rebound more efficiently during the afternoon hours. The lack of precipitation will limit cloud cover at times, leading to noticeable day-to-night temperature swings, especially in rural areas.
While winds can often be a factor in the Panhandles, no prolonged windy periods are expected during this stretch. Travel conditions along major routes such as Interstate 40, U.S. Highway 287, U.S. Highway 83, and U.S. Highway 54 are expected to remain favorable, with no widespread weather-related disruptions anticipated.
The drier pattern may benefit travel, agriculture, and outdoor plans, but continued lack of moisture could allow soils to dry further if the trend persists. For now, the warmer and drier setup is expected to hold into early next week, with any meaningful precipitation chances likely remaining limited beyond this period.
