Looking toward the weekend, an intriguing scenario is currently unfolding for the Texas panhandle. As another area of low pressure is digging itself into the southwest it’s increasing the chances for precipitation for the high plains. Only,…
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One more colder day, then spring returns
Happy Palindrome Day! 3/1/13! Okay, so it isn’t the “official” palindrome day, but it is still pretty cool. Just like our temperatures! I’ve got more segues than an L.A. mall! Okay, so the “Segway” people…
Amarillo survived the Blizzard of ’13
I wanted to wait until things really calmed down in the Texas panhandle before doing a quick recap of the incredible blizzard that brought the area to a stand-still. This was a very unique scenario.…
Wx Info: Why it’s colder after it snows
You might think this is a silly explanation, but I get this question a lot. The answer is a little more complicated (but also easy to explain) than it sounds. The simple answer is: The…
Another cold day for the Texas panhandle
Another cold day for the Texas panhandle. It is starting to feel more like December in Amarillo than (almost) March. Look for the mid- to upper-40s to be the main players for today’s temps. Amarillo…
A couple of cool things headed your way!
Hey guys, in the next few hours I’m going to try to get a few interesting posts up. A quick recap of the blizzard and an explanation as to why we’ve been so cold after…
Blizzard conditions nearing
I know what everyone is thinking. A lot of people got the “Blizzard Warning” text on their phone this morning. Then looked outside, scratched their heads and said, “what blizzard?” Then, the sun came out.…
Blizzard Warning issued for Texas and Oklahoma panhandles
From the National Weather Service: The National Weather Service in Amarillo has issued a Blizzard Warning…Which is in effect from 6 pm this evening to 3 am cst Tuesday. The winter storm watch is no longer in…
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February 25th historically damp!
Since Amarillo is facing an opportunity for such a fierce winter storm, I went back and looked at the history books for February 24th, 25th and 26th. And it is wet! How does 7.8″, 10.0″ and 3.5″…
The ‘Winter Storm Watch’ for the panhandles might not be enough
For those of you who like the snow, you’re going to love this forecast. For those of you who aren’t fans… Buckle up. Scenario The next system is headed our direction and as it gets…
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