Oklahoma City starts Wednesday, August 26, clear and near 79 degrees, but the calm morning will give way to a partly sunny afternoon near 95. The heat index could reach 99, with a north wind of 7 to 10 mph and occasional gusts up to 18 mph.
Rain is unlikely in the city, with only a small chance of showers or thunderstorms. Storm chances are more focused across southern and southeastern Oklahoma, while no active watches, warnings or advisories are listed for the Oklahoma City area, according to the National Weather Service.
Two-Day Cooldown Before The Heat Rebounds
Wednesday night should be mostly clear, with temperatures falling to around 74 degrees. Thursday stays mostly sunny with a high near 94, followed by another sunny day around 95 on Friday and overnight lows in the low to mid-70s.
The break will be short-lived. Saturday climbs to about 98 degrees, then Sunday and Monday reach near 101 before Tuesday remains hot around 100, with heat-index values potentially pushing above 105 in parts of the region.
Plan Outdoor Time Around The Hottest Hours
Outdoor work, exercise and errands will be more manageable in the morning or evening as the weekend heat builds. Drink water regularly, take breaks in shade or air conditioning, and check on older adults, children, neighbors and pets.
Hoodline previously tracked Oklahoma City's long run of triple-digit heat, but this forecast brings a brief midweek pause before the furnace turns back on. Never leave a person or animal in a parked vehicle, even for a quick stop.
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