Amarillo, Texas – Drivers across the Texas Panhandle could face severe thunderstorms Monday evening before calmer conditions return Tuesday. Eastern counties including Lipscomb, Beaver, and Hemphill are at the greatest risk of damaging winds and large hail late tonight.
According to the National Weather Service in Amarillo, storms are expected to develop Monday afternoon and evening, peaking before midnight. Travel along Interstate 40 could become hazardous as heavy rain reduces visibility and gusty winds create sudden lane drifts. Residents should secure outdoor items, charge devices, and avoid unnecessary trips until storms pass.
By Tuesday, skies will clear and temperatures will climb into the lower 90s. The heat will persist through Thursday with plenty of sunshine and breezy south winds. Gusts may reach 20 mph, adding to fire weather concerns across dry stretches of the High Plains.
Communities such as Canyon, Dalhart, and Pampa can expect sunny days and mild nights this week, though moisture returns late in the weekend. Another round of showers and thunderstorms could develop by Saturday, though strong or severe storms are not expected at this time.
Authorities remind residents to stay alert for any last-minute warnings Monday night. While spotter activation is not anticipated, conditions could quickly escalate in isolated areas.
Five Day Forecast for Amarillo, Texas
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 92, low around 65.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 91, low near 64.
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 90, low near 63.
- Friday: Partly cloudy, low near 64.
- Saturday: 20% chance of storms, high near 87, low near 61.
