Oklahoma – Cold air lingers over northeast Oklahoma this morning, with a sharp chill settling into neighborhoods and parking lots. Breath shows easily, and windshields feel stiff to the touch as the day begins under clear skies.
According to the National Weather Service, Tulsa started near 31 degrees with calm winds and dry conditions. Sunshine dominates today, allowing temperatures to recover into the upper 50s by afternoon. Early travel remains the biggest concern, as bridges and shaded roadways may stay slick until temperatures rise.
Conditions improve into New Year’s Day. Skies turn partly sunny, and highs reach the upper 50s again, offering a comfortable start to 2026. Thursday night cools into the low 40s, but widespread freezing issues are not expected at that time.
Friday stays mild and quiet. Mostly sunny skies push afternoon temperatures close to 60 degrees, making travel across U.S. 75 and I-44 smooth for most of the day. Winds stay light, keeping visibility clear and driving conditions stable.
The first weekend of 2026 brings more noticeable swings. Saturday starts cool but sunny, with highs in the low 50s. Saturday night dips back into the mid-30s, raising another brief frost concern for early Sunday morning. By Sunday afternoon, temperatures rebound into the low 60s as southerly winds increase.
Drivers heading out early today or during late-night travel should remain alert for patchy frost. Overall, winter impacts stay limited, but timing matters during the colder hours.
More updates could follow if temperature trends change. Heading out this morning or traveling this weekend? Let us know how conditions look where you are.
Five Day Outlook for Tulsa, Oklahoma
Today: Sunny, high near 57°F
Tonight: Mostly clear, low near 35°F
New Year’s Day: Partly sunny, high near 58°F
Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 58°F
Saturday: Sunny, high near 53°F
