Tulsa, OK – Stormy spring weather will grip eastern Oklahoma beginning Friday afternoon, with high winds, thunderstorms, and potential flooding lasting into Tuesday. Residents in Tulsa and along I-44 should prepare for strong storms Friday evening, intensifying into Easter weekend with heavy rain and repeated thunderstorm activity.
According to the National Weather Service Tulsa office, gusts up to 40 mph will develop Friday as a cold front approaches. A 90% chance of storms and showers is expected Friday night into Saturday. Localized flooding is possible in low-lying areas, and flash flood risks rise through Easter Sunday.
South winds will strengthen Thursday and Friday, increasing fire weather risk in Pawnee and Osage counties. By Friday night, severe storms could produce additional rounds of downpours and gusty winds. The frontal boundary will remain over the region through Sunday, leading to repeated storm development.
By Monday, conditions quiet down briefly, but another round of storms may return Tuesday. Flooding remains a primary concern through the weekend due to saturated soils and storm repetition. Those traveling or planning outdoor activities for Easter Sunday should closely monitor alerts.
5-Day Tulsa Spring Forecast:
- Friday: High 81°F. Showers and storms likely after 1 p.m. Winds south 20 mph, gusts to 30 mph.
- Saturday: High 66°F. Showers and thunderstorms, 90% chance.
- Sunday (Easter): High 67°F. Continued storms likely, 90% chance.
- Monday: High 75°F. Dry during the day, partly cloudy.
- Tuesday: 50% chance of storms by evening. High 73°F.
