Oklahoma City, Okla. – Thunderstorms may briefly rumble across Oklahoma City Monday night before skies clear and cooler, drier air settles in by Tuesday.
According to the National Weather Service in Norman, scattered storms hold a 30% chance of developing Monday night, bringing lightning and localized downpours across central Oklahoma. Drivers along I-35 and I-40 should watch for slick spots late in the evening. Conditions improve quickly after sunrise Tuesday, when mostly sunny skies return with highs near 78.
By Tuesday night, temperatures drop to the low 60s under calm, mostly clear skies. Wednesday turns warmer, with highs climbing to 86 under bright sun. Thursday brings another dip, holding near 80 before storm chances return late in the week.
Meteorological Fall began September 1, and Oklahoma’s weather pattern this week reflects that seasonal transition — warm days, cooler nights, and occasional thunder chances. Residents planning outdoor activities should take advantage of Tuesday through Thursday’s clear stretch before unsettled weather creeps back in Friday.
Five-Day Forecast for Oklahoma City, OK:
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 78, low 62.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 86, low 63.
- Thursday: Sunny, high 80, low 64.
- Friday: 20% chance of storms after 1 p.m., high 81, low 61.
- Saturday: 20% chance of storms, high 80, low 64.
