Oklahoma City, OK – Scattered thunderstorms could dampen Fourth of July plans across central Oklahoma, with up to a 30% chance of showers Thursday night into Independence Day. While not a washout, outdoor events may face delays or cancellations if storms develop.
According to the National Weather Service in Norman, most of the state will remain partly to mostly cloudy through the holiday, with isolated storms beginning as early as 1 p.m. Thursday. Thunderstorm chances rise to 30% by early Friday, with gusts up to 21 mph possible in the Oklahoma City metro.
Daytime highs will hover in the upper 80s to low 90s through Sunday, including 91°F on Saturday. Overnight lows will stay steady near 72°F. Light showers could pop up each afternoon, particularly in central and eastern Oklahoma. Communities like Norman, Edmond, and Shawnee should prepare for quick downpours, especially during fireworks shows Thursday night.
Residents are advised to monitor forecasts closely and secure outdoor gear. If thunder roars, move indoors — lightning will be the main threat with these passing storms.
Rain chances taper slightly after Sunday, but highs will remain in the low 90s into early next week. Additional updates are expected by Thursday morning.
📅 Five-Day Forecast for Oklahoma City:
- Thursday: Slight chance of PM storms, high 87°F
- Friday (July 4): 30% chance of showers, gusts up to 21 mph, high 88°F
- Saturday: Isolated storms possible, mostly sunny, high 91°F
- Sunday: 40% chance of storms, partly cloudy, high 91°F
- Monday: Lower storm chances, high near 91°F
