Oklahoma – A thin veil of clouds glows silver over the plains before sunrise, and a mild southwest breeze carries hints of moisture through central Oklahoma. Roads across Oklahoma City stay dry for now, but the sky feels unsettled as Thanksgiving travel gets underway. Travelers should watch for developing showers by midday and stay prepared for shifting visibility along I-35 and I-40.
According to the National Weather Service Norman office, sunshine holds early, but moisture deepens through the morning as winds turn southerly. A slight chance of showers grows stronger by afternoon, with the best storm potential emerging from mid-afternoon into the evening. Forecasters warn that a few thunderstorms could produce gusty winds and brief downpours. These bursts may cause slowdowns on city corridors and delay some airport operations as travel demand rises.
According to meteorologists, Wednesday brings more clouds and another window for scattered thunderstorms after midday. Temperatures climb into the mid-70s, an unusually warm push for late November, but the pattern flips Thursday as a stronger disturbance sweeps into Oklahoma. Widespread showers develop Thursday afternoon and evening, and the leading edge of cooler air drops temperatures late in the day. To be fair, this isn’t a full early-winter blast, yet models hint at a subtle “Winter Tease” this weekend with brisk mornings and a small chance of light sprinkles near the Kansas border. No snow is expected, but the shift signals the approach of a more seasonal pattern.
Residents preparing for holiday trips should build in extra time, especially during the most active windows from mid-afternoon today through Thursday evening. Keep phones charged for updates, check tire pressure, and drive cautiously on wet pavement as visibility dips.
Five-Day Forecast for Oklahoma City, OK:
Tue: 75/51 – Mostly sunny; slight storm chance late.
Wed: 76/48 – Mostly cloudy; scattered storms possible.
Thu: 69/55 – Showers likely; travel delays possible.
Fri: 65/43 – Slight chance showers early; breezy and cooler.
Sat: 61/40 – Sunny; crisp late-fall feel.
