Oklahoma – Cold air slides across open fields this morning, but a sharper edge is already taking shape to the north. Pavement stays dry for now, yet the calm feel won’t last. Winter weather lines up fast heading toward the end of the week, and conditions could change quickly.
According to the National Weather Service in Norman, a Winter Storm Watch is in effect from Friday afternoon through early Sunday, alongside an Extreme Cold Watch beginning late Friday night. Snow, sleet, and pockets of ice are all possible, with snow accumulations of 6 inches or more across parts of central Oklahoma. A light glaze of ice may develop, while wind gusts could reach 35 mph Friday, lowering visibility.
Oklahoma City and Norman warm briefly today and Thursday, with highs in the low 50s before temperatures collapse. By Friday afternoon, highs drop near 26. Snow and sleet may begin before midday, then transition to mostly snow Friday night. By Saturday, heavy snow becomes possible at times, while highs struggle near 12. Wind chills could dip as low as 15 below, creating dangerous exposure risks.
Travel impacts may ramp up fast along I-35, I-40, and I-44. Slushy roads could flash-freeze as temperatures fall, increasing crash risk. Residents should plan to finish errands early Friday, protect pipes, bring pets indoors, and avoid unnecessary travel during peak snowfall.
Looking ahead, 6–10 day outlooks suggest cold air lingers across the Plains, while storm chances increase regionally into early next week.
Five-Day Outlook for Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Today: Sunny, high near 52
- Tonight: Mostly clear, low near 29
- Thursday: Increasing clouds, high near 52
- Friday: Snow and sleet possible, high near 26
- Saturday: Heavy snow possible, high near 12
