Elevated fire weather conditions will escalate to critical Sunday, with a significant wind shift expected to move through the forecast area Sunday with winds increasing and becoming northerly.
* WINDS…Southwest winds 10 to 20 mph gusting to around 30 mph becoming north 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY…As low as 11 percent.
* TEMPERATURES…Highs in the mid 70s in northwest Oklahoma to near 100 in western north Texas.
* IMPACTS…Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
* SEVERITY…
FUELS (ERC)…90th+ percentile…5 (out of 5).
WEATHER…Critical…3 (out of 5).
FIRE ENVIRONMENT…8 (out of 10).
A Severe Red Flag Warning is in effect for Oklahoma City from March 22 at 2:00 PM until March 23 at 2:00 AM, advising of critical fire weather conditions. As of 4:00 PM, the city is experiencing clear skies with a temperature of 75.7°F and winds blowing at 18.2 mph.
Today, Oklahoma City saw a high of 86.9°F and a low of 58.6°F. Conditions remained dry with no precipitation, and winds reached up to 18.2 mph. Clear skies prevailed throughout the day.
Tonight, the weather is expected to remain clear with temperatures dropping to an overnight low of 58.6°F. Winds will continue to be strong, reaching up to 17.3 mph.
Residents are urged to exercise caution due to the Severe Red Flag Warning. Elevated fire weather conditions will escalate tonight, with winds shifting from southwest at 10 to 20 mph, with gusts around 30 mph, to northerly winds of 20 to 30 mph and gusts up to 45 mph. Relative humidity could drop as low as 11 percent.
Please stay updated on weather conditions and adhere to all safety guidelines issued in relation to the Red Flag Warning.
Today's Details
7-Day Forecast
| Day | High | Low | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday | 87°F | 59°F | Overcast |
| Monday | 66°F | 44°F | Overcast |
| Tuesday | 76°F | 51°F | Overcast |
| Wednesday | 87°F | 58°F | Overcast |
| Thursday | 90°F | 67°F | Clear sky |
| Friday | 73°F | 43°F | Overcast |
| Saturday | 64°F | 34°F | Overcast |
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