Oklahoma is gearing up for a significant temperature spike, with the possibility of seeing triple-digit heat unusually early in the season. According to State Climatologist Gary McManus, a “big warmup” is on the horizon for the state. This potential jump into triple digits this weekend would be notably ahead of schedule. As McManus pointed out, …
Tag: okwx
Dec 18
Oklahoma Extreme Weather Trends in 2024
Oklahoma Weather can be all over the place and 2024 did not Disappoint! Acccording to State Climatologist Gary McManus We went from seeing 60’s and 70s yesterday throughout the state, and today we are waking up to Wind chills in the lower teens! McManus says this has been the year of Extremes for Oklahoma, including …
Oct 30
🔥Wind, Hail, Fires & Severe Weather all Possible Today🔥
Oklahoma always provides interesting weather for Oklahoma. In the past we have seen Ice Storms the week of Halloween, and then the next year triple digit temps, so today’s forecast is not too out of the normal. According to State Climatologist Gary McManus a storm system is headed this way, “We’ll have a storm system …
Aug 07
Rare August Cold Front Expected To Cool Down the State This Weekend
We have seen triple digit temperatures and high heat indexes the past few weeks, but according to State Climatologist Gary McManus a cold front will be moving through the state this weekend, “The front arrives in NW OK onThursday then overspreads the state over the next 24 hours. Should get some showers and storms forming …
Aug 01
AC in the Heat…How to Get the Most out of your Car’s Air Conditioning during a Heatwave
During extreme summer heat, a properly operating vehicle air conditioning system can be more than just a pleasant convenience. Maintaining a comfortable driving environment reduces fatigue, which can play an important part in driver alertness and vehicle safety. AAA is reminding motorists that while your air conditioner can make driving in the heat more comfortable, it does come …
Jun 24
Summer has Arrived with Hot Temps Expected this Week
Well it looks as if the heat dome has settled above Oklahoma over the next week. According to State Climatolgoist Gary McManus we will see high heat index values up into the 110’s off and on over the next five days. McManus says while it is hot this week, there is some hope for change, …
Jun 19
Record-Breaking Rains in the Panhandle
The Panhandle has been waiting a long time to see these rains come through. According to State Climatologist Gary McManus, we are seeing a 1000 year rainfall. “That 7.52″ of rain in Goodwell- that fell since 10:50 p.m. last night, so just around 8 hours,” McManus said. “In actuality, most of it fell between 10:50 …
Jan 24
Warmer Weather on the Way!
Well, we have finally seen Winter Weather across the state, as December was the 4th warmest record (dating back to 1895), according to State Climatologist Gary McManus. He says we will see Temps in the 60s as we get into Next week, “In the case for next week, the trends in weather will greatly overcome …
Dec 13
Rain is Possible, but Chances for White Christmas are Small
Rain Showers are currently making their way across the state which is great news for the Month of December in Oklahoma! State Climatologist Gary McManus says the storm will be moving East, and then Dive South and the Rainfall pattern will mirror that movement, “We do have some pretty good totals thus far across far …
Nov 30
Rain Chances Continue With Possibility of Wintery Mix
Well, November rain is not common in Oklahoma; we will still take the rain anytime we can get it! According to State Climatologist Gary McManus, we could always use more rain in November, “While we’re thankful for any precip that falls, we sure could use more. (Hence the lump of coal) And that’s the only …