Tulsa, OK — Warm winds, dry air, and rising storm potential are combining to create a volatile spring weather setup across Eastern Oklahoma this week.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, elevated fire weather danger remains a top concern through Tuesday evening, especially across grassland areas in northeast Oklahoma. Winds are expected to remain gusty until sunset, creating rapid fire spread potential. Residents should avoid outdoor burning and stay alert for any local emergency updates.
Looking ahead, scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop late Wednesday night into Thursday, with a 20 percent chance of rainfall after 1 a.m. Conditions will gradually shift from dry to stormy as moisture returns, increasing the chance of showers into the weekend. High temperatures will hover around the upper 70s to low 80s through Friday, with overnight lows in the 50s and 60s.
By Friday night and into Saturday, stronger storms and high winds could impact areas along I-44 and Highway 75. Gusts up to 25 mph and isolated thunderstorm activity may disrupt outdoor plans. Rainfall chances will peak over the weekend, with severe weather potential rising on Saturday and Sunday.
Fire danger will lessen with rain by week’s end, but elevated winds Thursday may still spark concerns. Residents should remain weather-aware and check forecasts frequently.
Five-Day Outlook for Tulsa:
- Wednesday: High 76°F, mostly sunny, calm winds shifting southeast.
- Thursday: High 80°F, 20% chance of storms, gusts to 25 mph.
- Friday: Chance of storms, high 74°F, breezy.
- Saturday: Scattered storms, high near 82°F, windy.
- Sunday: Showers likely, high 72°F, wind gusts up to 30 mph.
