The Impacts Felt From Amarillo’s Rainy Spring Week

The first full week of May in 2025 has seen a lot of rain fall in the Texas Panhandle. It has caused chaos in Amarillo. The trails in Palo Duro Canyon have seen better days. More than once, we've all looked at someone nearby and asked, "Is it still raining?"

The National Weather Service in Amarillo, Texas, has released its rainfall totals for the area. It makes it easy to see why there's been rain drama in the panhandle.

How Much Rain Fell In Amarillo In The First Full Week Of May

Out of the first several days of May, most were drenched with rain. After spending a lot of time praying for moisture, the panhandle finally got it.

READ MORE: How To Stay Safe When Amarillo Floods

The National Weather Service in Amarillo just released its rain totals for the recent weather event, and we got soaked.

• Amarillo - 3.15"
• Palo Duro Canyon Floor - 2.86"
• Palo Duro Canyon Rime - 2.83"
• Hereford - 3.02"
• Claude - 2.63"

Delays And Closings Due To Rain In Amarillo, Texas

There was plenty of drama caused by the rain. It kick-started the conversation about drainage in Yellow City, again. As roads flooded, people once again raised their voices online.

The Sod Poodles did something they hardly ever do. Our hometown baseball team had to cancel a game and reschedule it as part of a doubleheader. If you've been around long enough, you know they'll drag out a delay for almost an eternity before calling the game.

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The trails at Palo Duro Canyon State Park opened and then almost immediately closed again. In a recent update, the State Park posted photos of water rushing through the canyon floor, and they used the opportunity to talk about erosion.

As we get further into spring, it makes you wonder if we'll see more rain. Most of us wouldn't be mad if we did. My yard looks incredible, and the area looks vibrant and alive. It's a lot better than when we don't get any rain.