Tulsa, Oklahoma – Dangerous heat will grip eastern Oklahoma starting Monday, July 28, with heat index values soaring to 107°F across the Tulsa metro.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, the region enters a period of excessive heat Monday through Wednesday, driven by a dominant ridge of high pressure over the central U.S. Temperatures in Tulsa will hit 98°F Monday afternoon, but the humidity will make it feel even hotter. Tuesday brings the week’s peak, with a forecast high near 99°F and continued heat indices exceeding 105°F.
Motorists should avoid extended travel on highways such as US-75 and I-244 during peak daylight hours. Drink water regularly, limit outdoor activity, and never leave children or pets in vehicles.
Monday night will offer little relief, with lows only dipping to 79°F. By Wednesday, south to southeast winds will add to the mugginess, pushing humidity levels even higher. Isolated thunderstorms may return by Friday and Saturday as temperatures ease slightly, offering limited relief.
Looking Ahead: 5-Day Tulsa Area Forecast (Starting Monday, July 28)
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 98°F. Heat index as high as 107°F.
- Tuesday: Sunny and dangerously hot, high near 99°F.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high of 99°F again. Winds shift southeast.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, slightly cooler with a high near 96°F.
- Friday: 20% chance of storms. High near 93°F. Slight relief possible into Saturday.
⚠️ Stay weather-aware this week. Heat advisories remain possible through Wednesday. Visit weather.gov/tulsa for updates.
