Tulsa, Oklahoma – Heavy rainfall and scattered thunderstorms are expected across Oklahoma, with a Flood Watch in effect for the Tulsa metropolitan area until 1:00 PM CDT on Wednesday. Residents should prepare for potential localized flooding, especially in low-lying areas and near small streams. Avoid driving through flooded roads.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms will persist throughout Wednesday. There is a 50 percent chance of heavy rain, particularly before 4 PM. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph, with new rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
On Wednesday night, conditions shift to partly cloudy with a low of 70°F. Winds will remain light, around 5 mph. Juneteenth, Thursday, June 19th, will bring partly sunny skies with a high near 92°F. Calm winds are expected, becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.
The extended forecast for Tulsa shows clear conditions beginning Thursday night. Friday will be sunny with a high near 93°F, and south winds at 5 to 15 mph. This clear and warm pattern continues into the weekend, with Saturday and Sunday both sunny and highs in the low 90s. Next week starts warm and clear.
Residents should monitor local weather alerts and be prepared for rapidly changing conditions. Warnings remain in effect through Wednesday afternoon.
Here is your five-day weather outlook:
Wednesday, June 18th: Showers and thunderstorms, High: 84°F, Low: 70°F
Thursday, June 19th (Juneteenth): Partly sunny, High: 92°F, Low: 74°F
Friday, June 20th: Sunny, High: 93°F, Low: 77°F
Saturday, June 21st: Sunny, High: 93°F, Low: 77°F
Sunday, June 22nd: Sunny, High: 92°F, Low: 75°F
