Tulsa, Okla. – Scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop across eastern Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas Tuesday afternoon, with gusty winds and bursts of heavy rain possible during peak commute hours. The greatest risk extends from Tulsa north and east toward Fayetteville and Rogers, Ark.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, storm chances will rise after 1 p.m. Tuesday, with isolated cells capable of producing cloud-to-ground lightning, brief downpours, and locally damaging winds. Forecasters stress that severe weather is not expected, but residents should remain alert to changing conditions, especially near rivers, creeks, and low-lying roadways.
Drivers along U.S. 412, I-44, and Highway 69 may encounter reduced visibility from heavy rain during the afternoon commute. Outdoor events, including youth sports and after-school activities, could face lightning delays. Emergency managers advise moving indoors at the first sign of thunder and avoiding travel on flooded roads.
Storm activity should diminish by Tuesday night, giving way to sunny skies Wednesday. However, another system could bring renewed thunderstorm chances late in the week, especially Friday into Saturday.
Five Day Forecast for Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Tuesday: Scattered storms after 1 p.m., high near 80°F, gusty winds possible.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 86°F, storm chances return at night.
- Thursday: Clear and dry, high 80°F.
- Friday: 20–40% chance of storms, high near 78°F.
- Saturday: Scattered showers and thunderstorms possible, high near 75°F.
