Oklahoma City residents are bracing for a potentially tumultuous week of weather, with forecasts from the National Weather Service indicating a series of upcoming storms.
Climate fluctuations will present a mix of conditions over the next several days; beginning with today’s high of 91 degrees, the storms can escalate quickly after 4 pm, with the National Weather Service noting some of the subsequent thunderstorms may be severe likely showers and thunderstorms continuing into the evening, and the chance of storms before 1 am sits at a high 70%, marking a turbulent start to the week. The NWS also anticipates that new rainfall could accumulate between a tenth and a quarter of an inch, though higher amounts are possible during thunderstorms.
As skies clear up on Monday, with gradual sunshine pushing through the mostly cloudy cover to reach a high near 83°F. Winds from the north at around 6 mph. Monday night's forecast predicts mostly clear skies with a low of around 65°F, and light winds that suggest another day of calm ahead.
The week ahead will see temperatures fluctuating, with Tuesday's temperatures peaking near 87 degrees under mostly sunny conditions and Wednesday bringing back a 40 percent chance of showers and possibly thunderstorms again later in the day, partly sunny skies will then make way for mostly cloudy nights, as lows settle around the mid-to-high 60s, giving residents a temporary break from the potential extreme weather, the latter part of the week continues the volatile weather pattern showers are likely and possibly a thunderstorm before Thursday 1 pm, with a 60 percent chance of precipitation indicating the potential for disturbance within the atmosphere.
The National Weather Service's detailed forecast serves as a vital resource, with full reports accessible to the public and updated frequently to offer the latest weather developments. It is essential for residents to stay informed on local weather conditions, especially with the potential for severe storms that could impact safety and routines. As Oklahoma City approaches the weekend with varying chances of showers and thunderstorms, being prepared remains imperative.
