Oklahoma starts the morning wrapped in thick fog, swallowing headlights and blurring familiar roads. Low visibility spreads across central Oklahoma early today, turning routine drives into slow, cautious crawls as winter quietly asserts itself.
According to the National Weather Service, a Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect until 10 a.m. CST for Oklahoma City and much of the state. Visibility drops to one-quarter mile or less in spots, especially along highways, rural roads, and low-lying areas. Drivers should expect sudden changes in visibility, even within short distances.
Temperatures hover near 38 degrees, creating a secondary concern. Bridges and elevated surfaces may turn slick where moisture settles and temperatures linger near freezing. This setup raises the risk of black ice, particularly in shaded areas during the early commute. Use low-beam headlights, slow down, and leave extra distance between vehicles.
As fog lifts later this morning, conditions improve quickly. Clouds thin, winds pick up slightly, and afternoon highs reach the upper 50s, well above seasonal averages. The mild stretch continues into Thursday and Friday, offering a calmer window for travel and outdoor plans.
Meteorologists are watching a broader national winter pattern closely. While Oklahoma avoids snow for now, strong systems impacting the Plains and Midwest signal a deeper winter shift ahead. Warm days followed by colder nights keep flash freezing on the table when moisture remains on roads.
Looking ahead to Christmas travel, the weekend stays dry and unusually warm, with highs nearing 70 degrees Saturday. Cooler air returns gradually early next week, but no significant winter precipitation appears imminent for central Oklahoma.
Five-Day Outlook for Oklahoma City
- Today: Dense fog early, clearing, high near 58
- Thursday: Sunny, breezy, high near 57
- Friday: Sunny, high near 58
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, warmer, high near 69
- Sunday: Mild and dry, high near 57
