Amarillo, TX – Amarillo residents should prepare for breezy, cool conditions on Thursday, with wind chill values expected to drop below freezing. Drivers on I-40 and I-27 may encounter gusts up to 30 mph, creating hazardous travel conditions. Officials advise wearing layers to stay warm and driving cautiously in windy areas.
According to the National Weather Service in Amarillo, temperatures will reach a high of 43°F on Thursday, though brisk northerly winds will make it feel much cooler. Overnight, the temperature is expected to plummet to 18°F, with lighter winds shifting northwest. These conditions can pose risks for those outdoors or on the road.
The extended forecast shows cold temperatures continuing throughout the week. Friday will bring sunny skies with a high of 37°F, though gusts as high as 25 mph will persist. Saturday offers slightly warmer conditions, with a high of 39°F under partly sunny skies. By Sunday, temperatures will rise to 40°F, with mostly sunny conditions expected.…