OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. – The warm, sunny afternoons that marked early November are gone. A biting chill has swept across Oklahoma, and by tonight, the first hard freeze of the season will grip much of the state, bringing an abrupt end to the growing season.
According to the National Weather Service in Norman, a Freeze Warning is in effect from 9 p.m. Sunday to 9 a.m. Monday, covering nearly all of central, western, and southern Oklahoma. Temperatures will plunge into the low- to mid-20s, with rural valleys possibly dipping as cold as 22°F. The agency warns that frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, garden plants, and damage exposed plumbing if not protected.
Cold air will settle fast under clear skies and light winds tonight. By early Monday, many lawns will sparkle with frost — a crisp reminder that winter’s first true chill has arrived. Monday stays sunny but cool, with highs near 49°F and brisk northwest winds making it feel even colder.
The chill will ease through Veterans Day, when temperatures rebound into the upper 60s, followed by a much warmer stretch midweek. By Wednesday, highs will soar back into the 70s, offering a perfect setup for outdoor events or early Thanksgiving travel prep.
Residents are urged to cover sensitive plants, wrap outdoor pipes, and bring pets indoors. Farmers and gardeners should expect the end of the 2025 growing season by sunrise Monday. After all, Oklahoma’s quick shifts between warm and wintry air are the hallmark of a true Plains November.
Five-Day Forecast for Oklahoma City, OK:
Sun: 48/27 – Sunny; breezy north winds.
Mon: 49/39 – Clear and cool; hard freeze early.
Tue (Veterans Day): 69/44 – Sunny; milder breeze.
Wed: 71/49 – Mostly sunny; warmer afternoon.
Thu: 75/46 – Mild; pleasant end to the week.
