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Amarillo, TX – A frosty dawn stretches across the High Plains this morning, with crisp air and clear skies marking the start of a bitterly cold December weekend. The National Weather Service in Amarillo reports current readings near 25°F, with wind chills as low as 13°F in open areas.
The morning chill won’t last long, however. Sunshine dominates the skies through the weekend, setting up a dramatic 35–40° temperature swing by Sunday afternoon. Highs will rise toward 64°F today, a clear reminder of the Panhandle’s winter whiplash. Winds remain breezy from the southwest at 10–20 mph, adding an extra edge to the early morning cold before easing by afternoon…