* WHAT…Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected.
* WHERE…Portions of central, northern, northwest, southern, southwest, and western Oklahoma and northern Texas.
* WHEN…From 7 AM to 7 PM CDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS…Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
The Fire Weather Watch has been replaced. Please see the latest information from NWS Norman OK on this developing situation.
…RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT SUNDAY AFTERNOON AND EARLY EVENING FOR WESTERN NORTH TEXAS AND MUCH OF WESTERN AND CENTRAL OKLAHOMA…
The National Weather Service in Norman has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from noon to 7 PM CDT Sunday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.
* WINDS…North 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY…As low as 15 to 25 percent.
* TEMPERATURES…Highs in the 60s to mid 70s with falling temperatures.
* IMPACTS…Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
* SEVERITY…
FUELS (ERC)…70th-89th percentile…4 (out of 5).
WEATHER…Critical…3 (out of 5).
FIRE ENVIRONMENT…7 (out of 10).
At 5:00 PM in Oklahoma City, the temperature stands at 79.7°F with overcast skies and northwest winds blowing at 14.9 mph. Currently, there is no precipitation observed.
Earlier today, temperatures peaked at 79.7°F and dipped to a low of 47.8°F, with wind speeds reaching up to 18.8 mph. This evening, the weather is expected to remain overcast, with low temperatures around 67.8°F and similar wind conditions. There remains no chance of precipitation tonight.
A Severe High Wind Warning is in effect until 7 PM CDT Sunday for several regions including central, northern, northwest, southern, southwest, and western Oklahoma, as well as northern Texas. Residents should expect northwest winds of 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph, bringing the potential for downed trees and power lines, and making travel difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles. Additionally, a Moderate Fire Weather Watch and a Severe Red Flag Warning are also in effect, highlighting increased risks due to the windy and dry conditions.
Today's Details
7-Day Forecast
| Day | High | Low | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | 80°F | 48°F | Overcast |
| Sunday | 67°F | 34°F | Overcast |
| Monday | 48°F | 21°F | Overcast |
| Tuesday | 63°F | 33°F | Overcast |
| Wednesday | 77°F | 50°F | Overcast |
| Thursday | 86°F | 57°F | Overcast |
| Friday | 86°F | 61°F | Partly cloudy |
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