Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – Wet roads could slow drivers along I-35, I-40 and the Turner Turnpike before 8 a.m. Thursday as a passing system spreads rain across much of Oklahoma and a brief rain-snow mix brushes far northern counties, but temperatures climbing 15 to 20 degrees above normal will quickly eliminate any early slick spots by late morning.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, Oklahoma falls within a 40 to 50 percent above-normal precipitation zone through Tuesday. That enhanced corridor stretches from the Gulf Coast north into the central Plains and Midwest, increasing the likelihood of multiple rounds of rain as February closes out.
In Oklahoma City, where average highs this time of year sit in the mid-50s, afternoon temperatures next week may surge into the upper 60s and even near 70 degrees. Tulsa could see similar warmth, especially along U.S. 75 and the Creek Turnpike. Far northern communities near the Kansas border may experience a brief pre-dawn mix before temperatures climb well above freezing, turning precipitation to rain.
The broader outlook favors above-normal warmth across much of the southern and eastern United States, while cooler air lingers across parts of the West Coast and northern Rockies. That contrast keeps the jet stream active across the Plains, supporting periodic rainfall.
Drivers should allow extra travel time during heavier showers, clear storm drains to reduce localized flooding and monitor ODOT updates for changing conditions. The milder stretch continues into early next week, though additional systems could still prompt advisories. Winter is fading across Oklahoma, but quick shifts remain possible as the pattern stays active.
