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Oklahoma City Braces for Showers and Thunderstorms as Wet Weather Precedes Labor Day Weekend

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Published on August 31, 2025
Oklahoma City Braces for Showers and Thunderstorms as Wet Weather Precedes Labor Day WeekendSource: Unsplash/ Abhinav Roy

As Oklahoma City wakes up to an overcast morning with the humidity hanging heavy at 94%, residents can expect a notably wet start to their day. The National Weather Service forecasts showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 10am. With a high near 79 degrees and an east wind moving at a mild 3 to 6 mph, umbrellas and rain jackets should be the attire of choice for those stepping out. "Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms," says NWS Oklahoma City's latest update.

Tonight in Oklahoma City, skies will stay mostly cloudy with just a small chance of showers or thunderstorms before 10 p.m. Temperatures will cool to around 67°F, and winds will calm, making for a quiet, pleasant evening.

On Labor Day in Oklahoma City, there’s a small 20% chance of showers or thunderstorms after 4 p.m. The day will be mostly sunny with a high near 83°F and light winds shifting to the west-southwest in the afternoon—overall good weather for outdoor plans.

Tuesday will be mostly sunny with a high near 79°F. Rain chances return Wednesday night (30% after 1 a.m.), but Thursday should be sunny with a low around 61°F at night. Friday looks sunny with a high near 82°F, though evening thunderstorms are possible.