Tulsa, OK – Strong winds and the threat of thunderstorms will dominate the weather in eastern Oklahoma beginning Tuesday and intensifying through the Easter weekend, with peak impacts likely Friday and Saturday. Forecasters warn of potential travel disruptions, hazardous driving conditions, and changing storm risks through Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, gusty north winds will reach up to 30 mph on Tuesday, April 15, across northeast Oklahoma. Winds shift and increase again by Wednesday and Thursday, with gusts as high as 35 mph from the south. These conditions may elevate the risk for grass fires and limit visibility for drivers on I-44 and U.S. Highway 75.
Rain and storms become more likely starting Friday afternoon. A frontal boundary will push into the region Friday, producing scattered thunderstorms with possible severe elements. Thunderstorms and locally heavy rain may continue into Saturday. Easter Sunday could see lingering storms, although chances are lower.
Residents are urged to secure outdoor items, drive cautiously on windy days, and stay weather-aware through Easter.
📆 Tulsa 5-Day Spring Forecast (April 15–19):
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 71°F. Winds up to 20 mph.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 79°F. Gusts to 25 mph.
- Thursday: Sunny, high 86°F. Gusts to 35 mph.
- Friday: 20% chance of storms by 1 p.m., increasing overnight. High 83°F.
- Saturday: Thunderstorms likely. High near 72°F. Rainfall may be heavy.
