A thin layer of frost coats windshields across eastern Oklahoma this morning as dry air, stinging wind, and biting cold lock in across the Tulsa metro. Each gust cuts deeper than expected, making even short walks feel harsh and urgent.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, a Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect until midday. Wind chills across eastern Oklahoma are ranging from near zero to as low as 10 degrees below zero, especially during the morning hours. Exposure without proper clothing could lead to hypothermia in a short time.
Travel conditions remain mostly dry, but cold creates its own hazards. Elevated roadways, bridges, and ramps along I-44, Highway 75, and the Broken Arrow Expressway may develop slick patches where frost lingers. Drivers should slow down and stay alert in shaded areas. Anyone without reliable heat is urged to contact local assistance services by dialing 211.
The worst of the cold eases later today as sunshine increases, though temperatures struggle to recover quickly. Highs only reach the mid-20s, with flurries possible tonight before skies clear. Sunday brings a noticeable turnaround, with sunshine and highs climbing into the mid-40s as winds relax.
That warming trend strengthens early next week. By Monday, temperatures jump into the upper 50s under mostly sunny skies, a sharp contrast from the weekend freeze. Tuesday stays mild, with highs near 50, before another brief cool-down midweek behind a passing front.
While Oklahoma warms, national outlooks show lingering cold across much of the eastern U.S. into the first week of February. The Great Lakes remain nearly half frozen, helping reinforce colder air downstream when systems pass.
Bundle up this morning, protect pets and pipes, and plan extra time if heading out early. How low did the wind chill feel where you live?
Five-Day Outlook for Tulsa, Oklahoma
• Today: Increasing clouds. High near 25°. Wind chills near zero early.
• Sunday: Sunny. High near 46°.
• Monday: Mostly sunny. High near 58°.
• Tuesday: Partly sunny. High near 51°.
• Wednesday: Partly sunny. High near 45°.
