Warmer Day On Thursday Before The Weekend Cold Snap

Oklahoma, we’re in for a rollercoaster of weather this week.

Enjoy the mild weather while it lasts because a significant Arctic blast is on the horizon for Oklahoma.

After a relatively warm start to winter, the incoming Siberian air will bring a stark reminder of the season with temperatures plunging and wind chills near or below zero.

What is the weather like on Thursday?

Seasonally cold Thursday morning, but we warm up in the afternoon.

Upper 50s and 60s Thursday and some warmer temps Friday.

What is the weather like this week?

A few showers are possible mainly south and east Friday.

Saturday, the chance for light snow enters the picture.

Another wave of blowing snow is possible Monday into Tuesday. Accumulating snow is most likely in Western OK and the Panhandle

The big arctic front arrives this weekend. We could see a little snow, but the main impact will be the cold.Siberian Surge:

Don’t get too comfortable with the warmer temps. A powerful blast of Siberian air is set to plunge into Oklahoma this weekend, bringing a dramatic temperature drop.

Starting Saturday, we’re in for a significant shift as Arctic air pours down from the north, causing temperatures to drop fast.

We're talking highs struggling to hit the 20s on Sunday and Monday, and a light snow event could make the roads slick in some areas.

The Siberian surge means a few days of bitter cold wind chills, especially in the mornings. Be prepared for single-digit lows and the potential for frozen pipes – so don’t forget to drip those faucets! And if you're wondering about snowfall, we could see anywhere from a dusting to an inch, especially in the Panhandle, so it’s worth keeping an eye on the forecast.

Expect a chilly, crisp Sunday with snow possible, but not a major storm. Still, any snow with these freezing temperatures could make travel tricky. Wind chills will be a big issue, especially early in the day. With temperatures expected to rebound briefly into the 40s by the middle of next week, this cold snap will hopefully be short-lived, though we might have another cold blast to follow soon after.

Snowfall Highlights:

1. Eastern and Southeastern Oklahoma: 10–12 inches
2. Northwestern Oklahoma: 3–8 inches
3. Central Oklahoma: 2–6 inches, including 3.6 inches in Oklahoma City

Oklahoma City's snowfall for the month is now above the January average of 1.8 inches, reaching 3.1 inches.

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