Oklahoma City is waking up to light rain early Saturday, April 4, with temperatures hovering near 51°F and a Flood Watch in effect through 10 a.m. Showers are expected to taper from northwest to southeast by mid-morning, with skies clearing into a mostly sunny afternoon and a high near 64°F. Northerly winds will stay breezy at 12 to 16 mph with gusts near 25 mph, so the commute may stay blustery even after the rain wraps up, as reported by the National Weather Service.
Morning Flood Watch And Storm Risk
According to National Weather Service Norman, a Flood Watch remains in effect until 10 a.m. CDT. Storms along an overnight cold front could have produced localized heavy rain and, in some spots, severe thunderstorms early Saturday. The forecast calls for new rainfall amounts of a tenth to a quarter of an inch across much of the metro, with higher totals possible where storms cluster.
What This Means For Your Commute
Drivers should be ready for slick roads and slower travel during the morning rush. Allow extra time, increase following distance, and ease off the gas in heavier downpours. If you run into standing water, do not try to push through it; even shallow water can stall or sweep away a vehicle. By late morning, most of the metro should be drying out with improving visibility as clouds break and skies clear.
Afternoon Winds And Weekend Outlook
The NWS Norman forecast discussion says cooler, drier air builds in Saturday with highs in the mid-60s and sunnier conditions Sunday near 69°F. Forecasters note that south winds return early next week and will become gusty by Wednesday and Thursday, raising elevated fire-weather concerns in parts of the region.
