Amarillo, Texas – Summer storms are expected to push through the Amarillo area on Friday, August 1st, potentially disrupting afternoon travel and weekend events across the Texas Panhandle. Thunderstorms are most likely after 3 p.m., with gusty winds and lightning posing risks for drivers along US-60 and I-40.
According to the National Weather Service, there’s a 30% chance of storms Friday afternoon, followed by additional thunderstorm potential Friday night. Highs will hover near 84°F, but humidity and storm buildup may make it feel warmer. Winds will shift out of the southeast at 5 to 10 mph, helping draw in moisture for late-day development.
Saturday brings only a slight storm chance before 7 a.m., with sunshine expected most of the day and a high near 92°F. By Sunday, Amarillo turns dry and bright, with sunny skies and highs pushing 95°F. The first full week of August looks hotter and drier, with Tuesday and Wednesday highs nearing 98–99°F.
⚠️ Residents should monitor NWS alerts and avoid outdoor activities Friday afternoon when thunder begins. Storms could linger into the evening with little warning.
📅 Five-Day Weather Outlook (Amarillo, TX)
- Friday, August 1: Partly sunny, 30% chance of afternoon storms, high 84°F
- Saturday: Slight chance of early storms, then mostly sunny, high 92°F
- Sunday: Sunny and dry, high 95°F
- Monday: Clear skies, continued heat, high 97°F
- Tuesday: Sunny, breezy, and hot — high 99°F
