Amarillo, Texas – A summer storm could slam the Texas Panhandle with soaking rain, wind gusts up to 70 mph, and dangerous lightning by Saturday evening.
According to the National Weather Service in Amarillo, isolated thunderstorms are expected to develop Saturday afternoon and intensify through the evening, with a 60-70% chance of storms by 7 p.m. in cities like Amarillo, Borger, Pampa, and Clarendon. The main threats include strong wind gusts, heavy rainfall, lightning, and hail up to 1 inch in diameter.
Localized flooding is possible, especially along the I-40 corridor and low-lying roads. Drivers should use caution during evening travel and avoid flooded intersections. Saturday storm chances remain highest along a line from Amarillo east through Claude, Clarendon, and Wellington.
In Amarillo, rain chances increase from 55% on Friday night to 66% Saturday. Borger and Pampa may see peak storm activity in the early evening with similar risks.
Prepare by securing loose outdoor items, checking for updated alerts, and avoiding unnecessary travel during storms.
🌤️ Five-Day Forecast (July 12–16)
- Saturday: Showers and storms likely after 3 p.m.; high 87°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny and calmer; highs near 90°F.
- Monday: Hot and dry; temperatures rising to 94°F.
- Tuesday: Continued heat with highs near 95°F.
- Wednesday: Slight chance of late-day storms; high 92°F.
