Aug 07
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
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
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
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
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 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
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 …
Nov 01
Well Winter has officially shown up in Oklahoma, leaving Fall in the Dust.. However, according to State Climatologist Gary McManus we will be seeing fall-like temps across the state this weekend, “A warm-up through the weekend then a minor cold front.” We will be seeing temps climb into the high 60s, and low 70s across …
Oct 25
This week, Oklahoma has seen some much-needed rain across the state, with what looks to be more on the way thanks to Hurricane Norma. State Climatologist Gary McManus says we’ve seen very generous rainfall with a possibility of storm # 2 and Storm #3. Storm #2 is arriving this week with an opportunity for More …
Oct 18
It has been dry the past couple of weeks in Oklahoma, and farmers are looking for some rainfall in the forecast. State Climatologist Gary McManus says tropical storm Norma might be the answer for much-needed rainfall. “When it comes to these tropical storm remnants, you’re in really dicey territory, especially coming from the southwest where …
