Easter Weekend Weather Timeline: Expect waves of rain and storms

Friday: Storms Move In

Friday morning brings a 30–40% chance of scattered showers as Gulf moisture surges northward. Showers may pop up in and around the metro and east of I-35 through midday.

By late afternoon and evening, storm chances increase significantly, especially after 5 p.m., and metro storm chances ramp up even more after 7 p.m. Numerous storms are expected to fire along and ahead of a strong cold front sweeping across the state.

The timing and placement of this front are key. South of the front, where temperatures remain warm and unstable, strong to severe storms are possible, including quarter to golf ball-sized hail and a low tornado risk. North of the front, storms will be elevated—capable of producing damaging winds and hail, but without a tornado threat.

Temperatures in Oklahoma City will likely spike into the 70s or 80s ahead of the front, then fall into the 50s and 60s by Friday evening as cooler air moves in.

Saturday: Waves of Rain, Isolated Severe Storms

Expect a soggy start to Saturday with widespread rain and lingering storms from Friday night. Off-and-on rain continues throughout the day in waves. While there will be some dry periods, a few strong to severe storms may redevelop in southeast Oklahoma, depending on where the front stalls.

A second round of statewide rain arrives Saturday night into early Sunday morning, continuing into Easter morning.

Easter Sunday: Wet Start, Dry Finish

The forecast still calls for rain through at least midday on Sunday, with the chance it may linger into the early afternoon before tapering off. By Sunday evening, skies should begin to clear.

Rainfall totals through the weekend could reach 1–2 inches across central Oklahoma, with localized pockets of 2–4 inches possible. Western Oklahoma may see around half an inch to an inch.

Looking Ahead

After a wet weekend, we get a short break Monday with sunshine and highs in the 70s. However, storm chances return almost daily next week. Our team will continue to monitor those threats and provide updates as they develop.

Be Weather-Aware This Weekend

With severe storm potential beginning Friday, now’s the time to stay weather-aware. The News 9 weather team and trackers will be out in full force bringing you live updates throughout the weekend.

Make sure your weather apps are updated and your safety plans are in place—especially if you have outdoor Easter plans!