Oklahomans can look forward to a series of sunny days ahead, with only a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms sprinkled throughout the week. The forecast, which includes a high of 80 degrees today under mostly sunny skies, follows a cool morning update last checked at 6:52 a.m. CDT. A light breeze is expected to pick up, adding a touch of autumn crispness to the air, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Oklahoma City.
Tonight's sky is projected to stay mostly clear, with temperatures dipping to around 63 degrees. The NWS predicts calming winds in the evening, a respite from the daytime breeze. The pattern of sunshine continues into Wednesday and Thursday, boasting highs of 86 and 82 degrees, respectively. "Mostly sunny, with a high near 80. Light north northwest wind increasing to 5 to 9 mph in the morning," is how the NWS describes today's weather, signaling a pleasant day for those stepping out.
As the week progresses, Friday introduces a slight shift, presenting a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms and a partly sunny day with a high approaching 79 degrees. Friday night could see those odds climb to 30 percent as clouds gather. The weekend overall maintains a similar theme, with chances of precipitation ranging from 20 to 40 percent from Saturday through Monday, paired with moderately warm temperatures.
The NWS forecast suggests a mostly cloudy end to the weekend, with increased chances of showers and thunderstorms, especially on Sunday and Monday. The nights are expected to remain in the low 60s, while daytime highs fluctuate in the low to mid-70s. The NWS adds, "A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 73," detailing Monday's daytime conditions.
