Oklahoma’s dry grass is already rattling in a stiff southwest wind, and the air over Tulsa feels warmer and sharper by the hour. Gusts are building late this morning, and fire danger climbs quickly as temperatures rise toward 70°F.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, a Red Flag Warning remains in effect from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. for Osage, Washington, Nowata, Craig, Ottawa, Pawnee, Tulsa, Rogers, Mayes, Delaware, Creek, Okfuskee, Okmulgee, and Wagoner counties. Southwest winds of 15 to 25 mph will gust between 35 and 40 mph. Humidity will drop as low as 15 to 25 percent.
Any spark could spread fast. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged. Drivers along U.S. 75 and I-44 should watch for sudden smoke reducing visibility this afternoon. Secure trailer chains and avoid parking on dry grass.
Skies gradually clear through midday, and sunshine dominates Wednesday with highs near 73°F. Lighter southeast winds return midweek. Thursday stays sunny and warm near 68°F before cooler air dips nighttime lows into the low 40s.
Friday and Saturday bring bright skies and highs in the mid to upper 70s, reinforcing early spring warmth across northeast Oklahoma. A small chance of showers arrives late Saturday into Sunday, but widespread rain remains limited.
Looking into early next week, above-normal temperatures persist across the Southern Plains. The 6–10 day outlook favors continued warmth with only spotty rain chances.
Five Day Outlook for Tulsa, Oklahoma:
Today: Decreasing clouds, high near 70°F.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 73°F.
Thursday: Sunny, high near 68°F.
Friday: Sunny, high near 75°F.
Saturday: Sunny, high near 78°F.
