Oklahoma – Streetlights fade into a dull glow as fog settles low over pavement, muting sound and shrinking visibility across eastern Oklahoma. The air feels damp and sharp, and bridges cool faster than drivers expect. Conditions look quiet, but slick spots can form quickly where freezing fog develops.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, patchy freezing fog is expected again tonight across eastern Oklahoma and west-central Arkansas. The greatest risk sits in far southeastern Oklahoma and the lower Arkansas River Valley, but Tulsa-area roads and bridges may also turn slick. Fog capable of freezing on contact can create sudden icy patches while visibility drops.
Today brings partial sunshine and a brief improvement. Highs reach the upper 30s, though cold pavement limits melting. Drivers along U.S. 75, I-44, and neighborhood streets should remain cautious, especially during early travel hours when temperatures hover near freezing.
Cold air surges back Friday night as an arctic front passes through. Temperatures fall into the single digits by early Saturday, with north winds driving wind chills even lower. A few flurries may develop Friday evening into Friday night, but meaningful accumulation looks unlikely. Even so, any moisture freezes fast, raising the risk of black ice.
Saturday stays bright but bitter. Highs struggle into the low 20s, and the cold feels persistent. Pipes, pets, and people remain vulnerable through Saturday night when lows dip into the teens. Sunday offers relief as sunshine pushes highs back into the low 40s, helping improve road conditions.
Looking ahead, temperatures moderate early next week while precipitation chances stay low. For now, slow down in fog, watch bridges closely, and plan extra time if traveling during cold mornings. Seeing fog or slick roads where you are? Share what conditions look like nearby.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Tulsa, OK
Today: Partly sunny, high near 39
Tonight: Mostly cloudy, freezing fog possible, low near 18
Friday: Partly sunny, chance of flurries late, high near 31
Saturday: Mostly sunny and very cold, high near 22
Sunday: Sunny and milder, high near 41
