Cold air bites hard across central Oklahoma as dawn breaks. Breath fogs instantly, car doors creak open slowly, and the wind finds every gap in a jacket. This morning feels sharp, exposed, and unforgiving.
Oklahoma remains under a Cold Weather Advisory as an Arctic blast settles across much of the state. According to the National Weather Service in Norman, wind chills between 5 above and 12 below zero are expected through late morning. The advisory stays in effect until 11 a.m. CST, covering Oklahoma City and surrounding counties.
In Oklahoma City, temperatures hover near 12 degrees, but north winds drive wind chills down near minus 5. Short exposure can become dangerous quickly. Anyone heading out early should limit time outside, wear layered clothing, and keep hands and faces covered. Pets should remain indoors whenever possible.
Road conditions remain mostly dry, but cold pavement can still pose hazards. Shaded bridges and elevated ramps along I-35, I-40, and I-44 may hold slick spots where moisture refreezes. Take it slow, especially during the early commute.
Relief arrives fast once the sun climbs. Highs rebound into the upper 20s today, then climb sharply by Sunday. By Monday, temperatures surge into the upper 50s as southwest winds pull warmer air back into Oklahoma. The fast warm-up brings melting during the day, followed by refreezing at night, a classic setup for flash freezing.
Looking ahead into the first full week of February, dry weather dominates central Oklahoma. Longer-range outlooks suggest warmer-than-normal temperatures across the Southern Plains, while colder air remains locked farther east. That contrast keeps February active nationwide, even as Oklahoma catches a break.
Cold weather hazards remain serious this morning. How cold did it feel where you stepped outside today?
Five-Day Outlook for Oklahoma City, OK
• Today: Very cold early, sunny later; highs near 27
• Sunday: Sunny and warmer; highs near 49
• Monday: Mostly sunny and mild; highs near 59
• Tuesday: Mostly sunny; highs near 54
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny; highs near 48
