Tulsa, Okla. – The morning air still feels manageable, but the summer sun is quickly taking control across eastern Oklahoma. Pavement is warming, the breeze is fading, and the next several days point toward a significant heat surge that will become the region’s biggest weather story.
Isolated thunderstorms remain possible this afternoon, but the larger concern is the intense stretch of heat building through early next week. According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, only a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected after early afternoon today. Any storm that develops could produce brief heavy rain, gusty winds and dangerous lightning before activity diminishes.
Temperatures climb to around 92 degrees today, with a heat index approaching 102 degrees. Sunshine becomes dominant Sunday as highs rise to 95 degrees and heat index values reach 105 degrees.
The hottest weather arrives Monday and Tuesday. Afternoon temperatures are expected to reach 100 degrees Monday before climbing to 104 degrees Tuesday, making this one of the hottest stretches of the season. The National Weather Service’s hazardous outlook notes dangerous heat potential from Sunday through Wednesday, with heat index values between 105 and 110 degrees becoming increasingly common. Heat advisories may be issued if conditions continue trending hotter.
Residents across Tulsa, Broken Arrow, Owasso, Bixby, Jenks and Sand Springs should limit strenuous outdoor activities during the afternoon. If you’re traveling along Interstate 44, U.S. 75 or the Creek Turnpike, keep extra water in your vehicle and check tire pressure before long trips, as extreme heat increases stress on both drivers and vehicles.
While widespread severe weather is not expected after today’s isolated storm chance, forecasters continue monitoring the pattern for another opportunity later in the week. For now, the growing heat deserves the closest attention.
Five-Day Forecast for Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Today: High 92°F. Mostly sunny with a 20% chance of afternoon thunderstorms. Heat index near 102°F.
- Sunday: Sunny. High 95°F. Heat index near 105°F.
- Monday: Hot and sunny. High 100°F.
- Tuesday: Hot. High 104°F.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny. High 98°F.
