Tulsa, OK – Gray skies stretch across eastern Oklahoma this morning, with damp roads and a soft wind hinting at what’s next. A broad area of showers and thunderstorms is spreading across the region as a low-pressure system moves east. While most storms will remain below severe limits, brief heavy rain, lightning, and gusty winds are possible through this evening — especially south of I-44 and near the Arkansas border.
The National Weather Service in Tulsa reports a limited flood risk across parts of southeast Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas, where repeated rounds of rain may bring 1–2 inches of rainfall by Tuesday morning. Drivers should allow extra time on I-40 and I-49, as visibility and traction could quickly change in passing downpours.
By late Tuesday, a cold front sweeps through, clearing the skies and ushering in cooler, drier air. Wednesday looks much calmer — sunny, breezy, and crisp, with highs near 60°F — ideal for travelers and early Thanksgiving preparations. Thanksgiving Day itself should stay dry and comfortable, offering a perfect window for travel and outdoor gatherings before a slight warm-up heads in for the weekend.
5-Day Outlook:
- Tuesday: Decreasing clouds, high 63°F.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 60°F.
- Thanksgiving Day: Sunny, high 55°F.
- Friday: Partly sunny, high 53°F.
- Saturday: Showers likely, high 57°F.
