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Oklahoma-Arkansas Weather Alert: Frost to 75°, Nov. 8-13
Oklahoma – Residents across Tulsa County, surrounding northeastern Oklahoma communities and nearby northwestern Arkansas face changing weather conditions as November's chilly mornings give way to unus
By Owen Prescott · 2026-11-08T11:23:01.004Z
Oklahoma – Residents across Tulsa County, surrounding northeastern Oklahoma communities and nearby northwestern Arkansas face changing weather conditions as November's chilly mornings give way to unusually mild afternoons.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, a Frost Advisory remained in effect until 9 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, for portions of eastern Oklahoma and northwestern Arkansas.
Temperatures between 32 and 35 degrees were expected in advisory areas, potentially damaging sensitive outdoor vegetation.
Tulsa International Airport reported 37 degrees early Sunday, with calm winds and 7 mile visibility.
Fog Creates Morning Travel Concerns Patchy fog developed across the region, with some locations potentially experiencing reduced visibility.
The National Weather Service also highlighted elevated poor visibility concerns in its hazardous weather outlook.
Drivers using Interstate 44, U.S. Highway 169 and Interstate 244 should remain alert where fog persists.
Allow additional stopping distance and use low beam headlights when visibility decreases.
Conditions improve as sunshine returns, with Sunday's afternoon high reaching approximately 69 degrees.
Patchy fog could redevelop after midnight, with temperatures dropping toward 41 degrees.
Tulsa Could Reach 75° Tuesday Monday begins with another chance of patchy fog before 8 a.m.
Once skies clear, temperatures climb toward 72 degrees, bringing a substantial change from the weekend's frosty start.
Tuesday brings even warmer conditions.
The National Weather Service expects sunny skies and a high near 75 degrees, with southwest winds around 5 mph.
That represents a 38 degree difference between Tulsa's early Sunday reading and Tuesday's projected high.
The warmer afternoons offer favorable conditions for clearing fallen leaves, completing outdoor projects and preparing homes for colder November weather.
Veterans Day Warmth Before Another Temperature Drop Wednesday, Nov. 11, remains mild, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 72 degrees.
Winds could gust to 20 mph during the afternoon.
However, cooler air begins settling into northeastern Oklahoma afterward.
Wednesday night's low reaches approximately 47 degrees.
Thursday brings sunshine and a high near 63 degrees before temperatures fall toward 38 degrees Thursday night.
By Friday, afternoon highs recover only to around 60 degrees.
The difference between Tuesday's 75 degree high and Thursday night's 38 degree low reaches 37 degrees.
Despite the temperature swings, the supplied outlook does not indicate snow, freezing rain or a significant storm threat for Tulsa.
Tulsa Five Day Weather Outlook Monday, Nov. 9: Patchy morning fog, then sunny. High 72°F, low 50°F. Tuesday, Nov. 10: Sunny and warm. High 75°F, low 55°F. Wednesday, Nov. 11: Mostly sunny, with afternoon gusts up to 20 mph. High 72°F, low 47°F. Thursday, Nov. 12: Sunny and cooler. High 63°F, low 38°F. Friday, Nov. 13: Sunny, with cooler morning conditions. High 60°F, low 42°F. Saturday, Nov. 14: Sunshine continues, with temperatures climbing toward 67 degrees.
Looking Ahead Toward Thanksgiving The extended pattern highlights the temperature swings common during November across Oklahoma and Arkansas.
Although colder air and winter weather become increasingly important as Thanksgiving approaches, the available Tulsa outlook does not establish a specific snow or ice threat.
Residents should use the warmer afternoons to protect sensitive plants, secure outdoor items and prepare for colder mornings.
Additional changes remain possible beyond the current forecast period.
Are you enjoying Tulsa's return to the 70s, or are you ready for colder November weather? Tell us what conditions you're seeing in your neighborhood.