Oklahoma City woke under a gray sky on Saturday, May 23, with Will Rogers World Airport (KOKC) reporting cloudy conditions and about 64°F this morning. Rain showers are likely before 10 a.m., with a roughly 70% chance and most locations seeing light totals of about a tenth to a quarter of an inch. Skies should trend partly sunny this afternoon with a high near 79°F.
Morning Commute
Expect wet roads and slower travel for the morning commute, with new rainfall amounts forecast between a tenth and a quarter of an inch in many spots. East winds around 6 mph this afternoon mean standing water may linger in low areas. Allow extra time and watch for reduced visibility on bridges and overpasses, according to the National Weather Service in Norman. It is a good morning for patience, not speed.
Tonight's Storm Risk
The forecast discussion from the same office warns that "A few strong to severe storms may be possible late tonight across far western Oklahoma and adjacent western north Texas." Hail and damaging straight-line winds are the main threats, and forecasters note any stronger updrafts will likely be short-lived as storms push east overnight. If you live west of the metro, keep an eye on late-night radar and secure loose outdoor items before evening.
Weekend Outlook
Sunday, May 24 and Memorial Day Monday, May 25 should be drier and warmer, with highs climbing into the low 80s and offering a better window for outdoor plans. Rain chances build again by Tuesday and Wednesday as another disturbance lifts north into the region. For background on this stretch of unsettled weather, see the wind-whipped soaker that kicked things off on May 19.
Take a small umbrella for today and keep phone weather alerts turned on; if severe thunderstorm warnings are issued, move indoors away from windows. Avoid driving through standing water and give crews room if roads are closed.
