Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – A marginal winter weather pattern may move through parts of Oklahoma late next week, with limited chances for rain and snow holding near 40 percent between Jan 20 and Jan 26. While colder air may briefly dip south, the overall setup suggests winter impacts will remain isolated and relatively minor.
According to the National Weather Service and the Climate Prediction Center, Oklahoma sits on the southwestern edge of a broader zone with increased precipitation chances during the 8–14 day period. Temperature trends favor near-seasonal to slightly milder conditions overall, limiting the potential for widespread wintry precipitation.
Across much of central and southern Oklahoma, including Oklahoma City, Norman, Lawton, and Ardmore, rain is the most likely outcome if systems track through the region. Daytime temperatures should remain above freezing, reducing the risk of snow or ice. Any rainfall that does occur is expected to be light to moderate and spread out over several days.
Northern Oklahoma has a slightly higher chance of seeing brief rain-snow mixes. Areas near the Kansas border, including Enid, Ponca City, and Bartlesville, could see short windows for mixed precipitation during overnight or early morning hours if colder air briefly settles in. Even there, confidence in accumulation remains low.
Because precipitation chances are limited and impacts appear minimal, widespread travel disruptions are not anticipated. Still, drivers should remain alert for slick spots during early morning hours, particularly on bridges and elevated roadways.
Residents are encouraged to monitor updated outlooks, but winter weather impacts across Oklahoma are expected to stay limited. Confidence will improve as the timeframe approaches, and any advisories would be issued only if colder trends strengthen closer to late January.
