Oklahomans, it’s time to hunker down! A powerful winter storm is sweeping across central and western Oklahoma, bringing freezing rain, sleet, and snow that will stick around until midnight—and possibly longer. Roads are turning into icy slip-and-slides, visibility is dropping, and the temperatures? Let’s just say they’re downright brutal.
What’s Happening Right Now?
If you’ve stepped outside today, you already know—it’s freezing. An arctic front has taken over, dropping temperatures well below freezing and making everything slick, icy, and dangerous. Snow is falling in parts of the state, while other areas are dealing with a nasty mix of sleet and freezing rain.
Here’s what things look like across some key cities:
Oklahoma City: 20°F (-6°C) – Light freezing rain and snowflakes drifting down. Roads are already getting icy.
Tulsa: 22°F (-5°C) – Sleet and snow mixing together, making sidewalks and streets dangerously slick.
Lawton: 26°F (-4°C) – Cold and cloudy with freezing drizzle at times.
Enid: 14°F (-10°C) – Snow is steadily falling, adding to already accumulating totals.
What’s Coming Next?
The storm isn’t done with us yet. As the night goes on, we’ll see more snow and even lower temperatures. Here’s what to expect in your area:
Oklahoma City: 2-4 cm of snow possible, plus a thin sheet of ice from freezing rain. Temperatures will drop to 1°F (-17°C) overnight.
Tulsa: Snow totals could hit 6-12 cm, and travel is only going to get worse as roads freeze over completely. Lows near 1°F (-17°C).
Lawton: A mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain—not much accumulation, but plenty of ice to make roads treacherous. Low of 3°F (-16°C).
Enid: 5-10 cm of snow expected, and with wind chills making it feel even colder, it’s going to be rough outside. Low of -1°F (-18°C).
Serious Weather Alerts: Here’s What You Need to Know
Extreme Cold Warning: It’s going to feel like -25°F (-32°C) in some places. Frostbite can happen in 30 minutes or less, so bundle up and limit time outside.
Winter Storm Warning: Until 6:00 AM Wednesday for places like Enid. Heavy snow + ice = dangerous travel.
How to Stay Safe
Avoid the roads if you can. If you absolutely have to drive, go slow and pack blankets, food, and water—just in case you get stuck.
Prepare for possible power outages. Ice on power lines could cause blackouts, so charge your phone now and keep flashlights, extra blankets, and snacks nearby.
Check on family and neighbors. If you know someone who lives alone or is elderly, make sure they have heat and supplies.
Bundle up! At these temperatures, exposed skin can freeze fast. Wear layers, gloves, and a hat if you need to be outside.
This storm isn’t playing around, and the cold will only get worse overnight. Stay inside, stay warm, and we’ll keep you posted as things develop!
