Oklahoma City started Saturday, May 9, under clear skies and a crisp 57°F, but the calm is on borrowed time. After a warm, mostly sunny afternoon that pushes temps into the upper 80s near 87°F, the metro is staring down a Saturday night where thunderstorms could turn the weather from summerlike to dangerous in a hurry.
Today: Patchy Fog, Then A Fast Warm-Up
Early risers may run into patchy fog cutting visibility during the morning drive, but it should lift by around 9 a.m. From there, expect mostly sunny skies and a quick climb in temperatures, with south-southeast winds around 1 to 9 mph. Afternoon highs are forecast to top out near 87°F, which will feel plenty warm by late day.
Saturday Night Into Sunday: Severe Storm Threat
Showers and thunderstorms are expected to fire up Saturday evening and carry through the night, with the main concern roughly between 7 p.m. and midnight. The National Weather Service in Norman notes a high chance of rain overnight, and warns that stronger storms could bring damaging straight-line winds and hail, with about a quarter to a half inch of rain possible in heavier cells. If storms organize into discrete supercells, the tornado risk may increase. For the latest watches and storm specifics, see the National Weather Service in Norman.
What To Expect
Residents should be ready for periods of heavy rain, frequent lightning and gusty winds strong enough to toss around unsecured patio furniture and quickly cut visibility on the roads. Multiple storm rounds into Sunday morning could trigger localized flooding, so avoid driving through standing water. Behind the storms, Sunday turns noticeably cooler, with highs near 71°F and northeast winds that could gust up to about 23 mph.
How To Prepare
Consider shifting outdoor plans earlier in the day or setting up an indoor backup for evening events, and secure loose items like lawn chairs and trash cans before storms arrive. Make sure phone alerts and weather radios are switched on, and review your safest interior shelter spot in case a warning is issued. This post updates our earlier sunny-skies outlook with same-day timing and storm details.
This Week
Skies clear on Monday, setting up a pleasant afternoon around 76°F before a sharp warmup returns midweek. By Wednesday and Thursday, another round of heat builds in, with highs climbing into the upper 80s and nearing 90°F by late week.
Expect additional updates if watches or warnings are issued, and check local forecasts before heading out tonight. If severe weather is nearby, take shelter away from windows and steer clear of flooded roadways.
