Oklahoma starts Christmas morning under mild skies, with soft southwest winds and springlike warmth already building across central parts of the state.
Temperatures climb quickly today, reaching the upper 70s, an unusually warm stretch for late December. Sunshine dominates the day, and dry air keeps roads clear for holiday travel. Gusts may occasionally push past 20 mph, noticeable on open highways and elevated roadways.
For now, Christmas travel conditions remain favorable. Visibility stays high, and pavement remains dry through daylight hours. Drivers heading out early will encounter calm, comfortable weather more typical of October than Winter.
The warm pattern holds through Saturday. Highs again reach the mid to upper 70s, with partly sunny skies and light southwest breezes. Holiday travelers returning home should expect smooth driving conditions, though temperatures remain far above seasonal norms.
Change arrives late Sunday.
Forecast models now show a sharp cold front sliding south, bringing a rapid temperature drop by Sunday night. Lows fall into the upper 20s, setting up the first freeze risk many will feel since before Christmas travel began.
By Monday, colder air settles in. Afternoon highs struggle to reach the upper 30s, a nearly 40-degree swing from the holiday warmth. While no precipitation is expected locally, the sudden cooldown may catch drivers off guard during early commutes.
Meteorologists are also tracking stronger winter systems well north and east of Oklahoma, signaling a broader seasonal shift as December closes. Even without snow, the transition marks a return to Winter Weather awareness.
Plan ahead if traveling late Sunday or early Monday. Pack layers, check tire pressure, and be ready for frosty mornings. After all, Oklahoma’s Christmas warmth won’t last long.
