Oklahoma City, OK – Cold air cuts through the stillness of dawn, turning sidewalks brittle and windshields frosted as Oklahoma wakes to a deep chill. The horizon glows faintly pink, but the air feels far from warm — a biting start that sets the tone for a week of early December cold and possible ice.
According to the National Weather Service in Norman, temperatures are holding near 27°F, with a wind chill in the teens. A slight chance of freezing rain or drizzle may develop by early Monday morning before shifting to light rain by midday. Even limited icing could create slick bridges and untreated roads, especially north and west of Oklahoma City.
Meteorologists advise residents to monitor road conditions closely if traveling Monday morning. Icy spots may linger longer in shaded or elevated areas, while north winds up to 20 mph keep the air feeling raw.
By Tuesday, sunshine returns and highs rebound to near 49°F, offering brief relief before another front moves through midweek.
Five-Day Outlook:
- Monday: Cloudy, 20% chance freezing rain, high 38°F.
- Tuesday: Sunny and calmer, high 49°F, low 23°F.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 55°F.
- Thursday: Chance of showers, high 36°F.
- Friday: Partly cloudy, high 47°F.
The cold pattern marks the start of Oklahoma’s winter transition — one that could bring more freezing rain and frost risks as early December continues.
