Oklahoma starts the morning under a pale blue sky, with crisp 45-degree air brushing across Oklahoma City streets. The sun is climbing fast, and by midday, jackets will feel unnecessary. A dramatic warmup is underway, and it won’t last quietly.
According to the National Weather Service in Norman, highs surge to 79 degrees today with light southwest winds near 8 mph. Clear skies dominate through evening, keeping roads dry and travel smooth across I-35 and I-40. This is the warm side of the system. Changes begin Saturday afternoon.
Saturday pushes even warmer, near 80 degrees. By mid to late afternoon, moisture increases and a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms develops after 3 p.m. Storm chances hold around 20 to 30 percent into Saturday night. Keep an eye on the sky if you have outdoor plans. Lightning could briefly interrupt events.
Sunday turns more unsettled. Highs ease back to 71 degrees, with a 30 percent chance of showers and possible thunderstorms after 3 p.m. Winds gust up to 21 mph at times. Showers become more likely Sunday night, with rain chances rising to 50 percent. Wet pavement could impact late travel and early Monday commuters.
Monday trends cooler, near 59 degrees, with lingering clouds. A slight shower chance carries into early Tuesday before another round of scattered storms develops by midweek. No snow or icy mix is expected, but brief downpours could reduce visibility.
Looking ahead, the 6–10 day outlook signals above-normal temperatures returning as March begins. Spring warmth builds again late next week. Traveling this weekend? Watch radar updates and let us know if storms roll through your neighborhood.
Five Day Outlook for Oklahoma City, Oklahoma:
Today: Sunny, high 79.
Saturday: Sunny, high 80; slight storm chance after 3 p.m.
Sunday: Chance of showers and storms, high 71.
Monday: Mostly sunny, high 59.
Tuesday: Chance of showers and thunderstorms, high 69.
