Oklahoma – Tail lights glow dimly through thick fog across parts of northeast Oklahoma this morning, especially northwest of Tulsa near I-44. Moist air hugs the ground, shrinking visibility and forcing drivers to slow well below normal speeds during the early commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, dense fog continues northwest of Interstate 44, with visibility dropping to one-quarter mile at times in Osage, Washington, and western Nowata counties. Conditions gradually improve by late morning as winds increase and clouds thin. The immediate risk remains limited but ongoing while fog persists.
Once visibility improves, a notably warm December pattern takes over. Highs reach the mid-70s today and climb toward the upper 70s Wednesday and Christmas Day. Roads dry quickly, and travel conditions across Tulsa, Broken Arrow, and Bartlesville improve through the afternoon and evening.
Winds become a bigger factor later in the week. Gusts increase Wednesday and Thursday, occasionally topping 25 mph. While not hazardous for most drivers, high-profile vehicles on I-44, U.S. 75, and Highway 412 may notice crosswinds, especially during peak travel hours.
Friday shapes up as an ideal post-Christmas travel day. Sunshine dominates, temperatures hover near 78 degrees, and winds ease slightly. Traffic volume, not weather, becomes the main concern for travelers returning home.
Looking ahead, a sharp shift arrives this weekend. A cold front pushes through Saturday night, knocking highs back into the 40s by Sunday and Monday. Gusty north winds follow, signaling a return to winter conditions. Any lingering moisture could raise slick-spot concerns early next week.
For now, slow down in fog-prone areas and use low beams this morning. Winter warmth won’t last long. Traveling soon or already on the road? Share what conditions look like where you are.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Today: Patchy dense fog early, then mostly sunny, high near 75
- Wednesday: Partly sunny and windy, high near 77
- Christmas Day: Mostly sunny, warm, high near 78
- Thursday: Partly cloudy and breezy, high near 78
- Friday: Sunny and mild, high near 78
