Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – Scorching temperatures are back this weekend as Oklahoma braces for a prolonged summer heatwave starting Saturday, July 26. Heat index values could reach up to 104°F by mid-afternoon in Oklahoma City, posing a risk for heat-related illnesses if precautions aren’t taken.
According to the National Weather Service, Saturday will be sunny and hot with highs near 97°F, and southerly winds around 9 mph. These conditions will persist through early next week, with little relief overnight as temperatures barely dip below the upper 70s. Residents across the I-35 corridor, including Moore, Norman, and Edmond, should limit outdoor activity between noon and 5 p.m. and ensure access to shade and hydration.
By Sunday, Oklahoma City can expect more of the same: mostly sunny skies and a high of 96°F, followed by another 97°F scorcher on Monday. Elevated heat index values will continue to push well above 100°F through at least Wednesday, raising concerns for utility strain and public health impacts.
Prepare now by checking on vulnerable neighbors, staying indoors during peak heat hours, and avoiding strenuous outdoor labor. Local cooling centers may open if temperatures climb further.
Warnings remain possible through early next week as the heat dome intensifies. Here’s what to expect for the coming days:
📅 Five-Day Forecast: Oklahoma City (Saturday, July 26 – Thursday, August 1)
- Saturday: Sunny and hot. High near 97°F. Heat index up to 104°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high of 96°F. Low around 79°F.
- Monday: Mostly sunny and hot. High near 97°F.
- Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 98°F.
- Wednesday: Mostly clear, high of 95°F.
- Thursday (Aug. 1): Mostly sunny, high near 95°F.
🔥 Stay weather-aware and check updates daily as Oklahoma’s heatwave continues to build through the start of August.
