Oklahoma – Breath turns visible and car doors sting cold fingers as northwest winds sweep across northeastern Oklahoma before sunrise. The air feels sharp, dry, and unforgiving, signaling a true winter grip to start the final week of 2025.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, significant winds continue early Monday across eastern Oklahoma. Northwest winds gust between 20 and 25 mph, driving wind chills into the teens during the morning commute. Exposed areas and elevated roadways feel the brunt, especially along I-44, U.S. 75, and the Broken Arrow Expressway.
Skies stay mostly clear through the day, but sunshine offers limited relief. Afternoon highs reach the upper 30s, while wind chills linger closer to the 20s. Layers remain essential for anyone spending time outdoors, even during midday errands.
By Monday night, winds ease and skies stay clear. Temperatures fall quickly into the upper teens, creating one of the coldest nights so far this season. Any damp pavement from melting frost could refreeze by early Tuesday, raising a localized black ice concern for morning drivers.
Tuesday brings a noticeable change. Winds turn lighter, and sunshine helps temperatures rebound into the upper 40s. That warming trend continues midweek. Wednesday climbs into the mid-50s, offering a more comfortable feel for daytime travel and outdoor plans.
Looking ahead to New Year’s Eve, conditions appear favorable across Tulsa. Partly sunny skies and highs near 56 degrees set the stage for evening plans, with temperatures slipping into the mid-30s after sunset. New Year’s Day 2026 stays mild and dry, supporting smooth holiday travel across eastern Oklahoma.
For now, limit time outside early, protect pets and exposed pipes, and drive cautiously on cold bridges this morning. Winter has arrived, but calmer and warmer weather is waiting. How cold did it feel where you stepped outside today?
Five-Day Outlook – Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Monday: Sunny, windy, cold, high 37
- Tuesday: Sunny, calmer, high 49
- Wednesday: Sunny and warmer, high 56
- Thursday (New Year’s Day 2026): Partly sunny, high 56
- Friday: Partly sunny, mild, high 56
