Residents in Oklahoma City and surrounding areas were met with an array of weather phenomena ranging from isolated thunderstorms to expectations of sunny skies later in the day. According to National Weather Service a strong thunderstorm hit parts of Lincoln, Oklahoma, and Logan counties early this morning. Radar indicated wind gusts of up to 40 mph and hail the size of half an inch as being potential hazards.
As the storm system tracked near Arcadia, gusty winds were observed, which could lead to downed tree limbs and the movement of unsecured objects before 7:15 a.m. CDT. In Oklahoma City, there is a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11 a.m. Following this, conditions are expected to clear, with a sunny day and a high near 92 degrees. Winds from the east-southeast are projected to be around 10 mph, with weather conditions improving throughout the day.
The outlook for Oklahoma City tonight is mostly clear with a low around 70 degrees, and the east southeast wind persisting at a mild 7 to 9 mph. The sequence of the following days till Friday indicates a trend of sunny skies and moderate temperatures, only interrupted by a chance of scattered thunderstorms between Tuesday and Friday, mainly during the evening and night.
The National Weather Service advises residents to be prepared as this hazardous weather cycle continues into next week. They specifically noted that thunderstorms, when out in the open, consider seeking shelter inside a building. For further weather details, you can visit the weather service’s website.
