Tulsa, Okla. – Oklahomans will see a quiet but cloudy Friday night before storms build Saturday, threatening Labor Day weekend travel and outdoor plans. Dangerous lightning and heavy rainfall could make Saturday afternoon and evening especially disruptive, particularly across southeast Oklahoma.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, storm chances climb late Saturday with the highest risk south of Interstate 40. Heavy downpours may trigger isolated flash flooding in low-lying areas, while lightning could impact outdoor events. Officials urge residents to stay alert and avoid flooded roads if storms intensify.
Friday night skies remain mostly cloudy with temperatures dropping into the mid-60s. By Saturday, highs will reach the low 80s before thunderstorms develop late in the day. Rain chances continue overnight, with scattered activity possible into Sunday.
Sunday holds a 20 percent chance of showers and storms, while Labor Day Monday brings another round of scattered thunderstorms. Although not every city will see rain, southeast counties remain at the greatest risk. Travel delays and outdoor disruptions are possible through the holiday.
Tulsa may avoid the heaviest rainfall, but travelers across eastern and southeast Oklahoma should plan for sudden changes in road conditions. Keep an eye on radar updates and pack rain gear if heading outdoors this weekend.
Five-Day Forecast for Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Friday Night: Mostly cloudy, low near 66.
- Saturday: Thunderstorms likely late, high near 83. Low around 67.
- Sunday: 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 81. Low near 66.
- Labor Day Monday: Scattered storms possible, high near 83. Low near 65.
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 81. Low near 60.
- Wednesday: 30% chance of thunderstorms, high near 75. Low near 59.
