Tulsa, OK – An arctic front moving through Oklahoma this weekend will bring high winds, frigid temperatures, and dangerous wind chills. Residents are urged to prepare for extreme weather conditions starting Friday evening.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Tulsa, breezy south winds will develop Friday ahead of the cold front, with gusts reaching 30 mph. A chance of sprinkles is forecast Friday afternoon, but the real impact begins Friday night as temperatures plunge to the 20s. Winds will shift to the north and increase, bringing gusts up to 25 mph and wind chills near 10°F.
Saturday’s high will struggle to reach 35°F, with gusty north winds making it feel significantly colder. Temperatures will drop even further Saturday night, reaching lows around 17°F and wind chills below zero. By Sunday, daytime highs will only hit 28°F under sunny skies, with bitterly cold air lingering into Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
The NWS warns of the season’s coldest temperatures so far, with a potential for dangerously low wind chills developing Sunday night through Tuesday morning. While light snow or flurries may occur, no significant accumulation is expected.
Local residents are advised to dress in layers, limit outdoor activities, and bring pets indoors. Travelers on I-244 and I-44 near Tulsa should exercise caution, as gusty winds could create hazardous driving conditions.
Stay updated on weather developments through the NWS and local news outlets.
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