As Oklahoma City residents head into the last lap of December, they can expect a mild and somewhat damp forecast, setting the stage for the holiday week. Today, the city starts with fair skies and temperatures hovering around 33°F, according to the latest update from the National Weather Service. The chill in the air is sharpened by a southeastern wind nudging the wind chill down to 25°F.
The NWS predicts a high of around 59°F today, with south winds ranging from 10 to 14 mph and gusts reaching up to 21 mph. Tonight's forecast indicates increasing cloud cover, with temperatures dipping to approximately 49°F. As the workweek nears, patchy drizzle is expected to accompany the clouds tomorrow afternoon. Southeast winds at 8 to 11 mph might add a challenge for those holding umbrellas.
Looking ahead to tomorrow night and Tuesday, the likelihood of rain increases, with a 50% chance of showers overnight and a lower 20% chance before noon the following day. Temperatures are expected to drop to 49°F at night and then rise to a high near 55°F. Clouds will dominate most of Tuesday, while Wednesday night brings a possibility of showers and thunderstorms, showcasing the unpredictable nature of Oklahoma’s weather patterns.
The NWS forecast suggests a dance with precipitation as the week progresses, including Christmas Day which is expected to be mostly cloudy with highs around 57°F. Residents eager for sunshine will have to hold on until the weekend when the forecast promises a mostly sunny Saturday with temperatures nearly flirting with 60. As history has shown, Oklahoma's weather can throw a curveball, so those dreaming of a white Christmas may not want to stow away those hopes just yet.
