Oklahoma City residents can expect a change in weather conditions with temperatures ranging comfortably before taking a plunge later in the week. The National Weather Service of Oklahoma City reported earlier today that the city is currently experiencing fair weather with temperatures sitting at 34°F. Humidity levels have been recorded at 61%, with a wind chill bringing the feel down to a nippy 28°F.
According to the National Weather Service Oklahoma City, the city will enjoy a sunny sky today with a high expected near 69 degrees. The winds, coming from the west southwest at around 8 to 10 mph, while becoming partly cloudy with a low around 45 tonight. However, these winds are expected to shift, gusting as high as 24 mph as they become north after midnight.
The forecast for Wednesday indicates a mostly sunny day with a significant drop in temperature, peaking at around 50°F. The north wind will be blowing strongly at speeds of 16 to 22 mph and could reach gusts as high as 32 mph. Wednesday night will follow suit, staying mostly clear with a low around 29 degrees, as the north wind continues at 10 to 15 mph, becoming light and variable after midnight.
As the week progresses, Oklahoma City will see a return to sunnier conditions on Thursday, with highs nearing 57 °F. These forecasts suggest a gentle south southwest breeze picking up in the morning. "Sunny, with a high near 57. Light south southwest wind increasing to 5 to 10 mph in the morning," states the National Weather Service. Winds may gust up to 18 mph. The calm weather continues into Thursday night, showcasing mostly clear skies and a low at 37 degrees.
Heading into the weekend, the weather will stay fair. Friday will be sunny with a high near 54 degrees, and Friday night will be mostly clear with lows around 30. Saturday will also be sunny with highs in the low 50s. Sunday will be sunny too, with highs near 46 and clear, cold nights with lows in the upper 20s.
The fair weather is set to honor Martin Luther King Day, akin to the respect and reverence the day itself commands, with the National Weather Service forecasting sunny conditions and a high near 54 degrees, providing a fitting backdrop for any reflective commemorations and activities planned for this significant date.
