Oklahoma City, OK – A brief but disruptive round of thunderstorms may clip central Oklahoma Friday afternoon, with travel impacts possible along I-35 and I-44.
According to the National Weather Service in Norman, there’s a 30% chance of storms developing by midday Friday, mainly before 1 p.m. South winds around 10 mph could gust higher during any storms. Drivers around Oklahoma City should expect possible slowdowns, especially between Norman and Edmond.
While the thunderstorm chances taper off Friday night, summer heat intensifies into the weekend. Saturday will be mostly sunny with highs near 93°F. Sunday climbs further, with the temperature reaching 94°F and a slight chance of late-day storms. Those attending outdoor events should stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, and monitor skies.
Conditions turn more unsettled early next week. A 40–50% chance of showers and thunderstorms develops Monday and Tuesday, with storm activity most likely in the afternoon and evening hours. Monday night could bring increased lightning and wind risk across central Oklahoma.
Here’s your 5-Day Outlook from June 27 to July 1:
- Friday: Partly sunny, 30% chance of early storms, high near 91°F
- Saturday: Mostly sunny and hot, high of 93°F
- Sunday: Slight chance of p.m. storms, high of 94°F
- Monday: 40% chance of storms, high near 93°F
- Tuesday: 30% storm chance continues, cooler with a high near 89°F
