Cold Front to Persist Through Thanksgiving Weekend: Holiday Travel Advisory Issued
As residents step outside this Wednesday, they can expect a sharp, cold northwest wind accompanying the sun, a pattern that will remain in place through Friday. The immediate forecast indicates cooler temperatures across Northeast Oklahoma, with highs in the mid to upper 50s in the north and lower 60s in the south.
Mornings are anticipated to be frosty as temperatures dip into the lower and mid-30s on Thursday, with some valleys potentially reaching freezing. By the afternoon, sunny skies are expected, but highs will only reach the mid-50s. A strong surface ridge will lead to frost and freeze warnings in the region as nighttime temperatures hover near freezing through Saturday morning.
This period of chilly weather coincides with the second round of the Oklahoma High School Football Playoffs, where kickoff temperatures are expected in the upper 40s, dropping to the lower 40s by the game’s end.
Fortunately, warmer days lie ahead. Saturday’s forecast anticipates temperatures in the 60s, with Sunday possibly reaching the low 70s. However, next week looks precarious as a storm system is projected to arrive on Monday, leading to colder, windier conditions by Thanksgiving. Models suggest temperatures may struggle to reach the 40s, with the potential for drizzle or even snow, particularly in northern regions, complicating travel plans.
In community news, residents are encouraged to tune in for the Winter Forecast Special airing Thursday at 10 p.m., and to donate to the ongoing Coats for Kids initiative. For those facing power outages, various outage maps are available via local electric providers.
Stay warm and stay tuned for ongoing updates as the unpredictable November weather continues to unfold!
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