As we transition from a warm weekend into a much colder week, Oklahoma is bracing for gusty winds and plunging temperatures that will have you reaching for your winter gear.

Temperatures will reach highs of around 45°F on Thanksgiving, with morning lows dipping into the 20s.

What is the weather like on Wednesday in Oklahoma?

A cold front will move north of the Oklahoma City metro on Wednesday and make its way to the Red River by the afternoon.

As the colder air gets deeper, there is a small chance of precipitation during the week. A mix of light rain and possibly snow flurries could occur late Wednesday into early Thursday, but no major accumulation is expected.

The data suggests only trace amounts – just enough to remind us that winter is just around the corner.

Behind the front we are feeling northerly wind gusts of up to 35 miles per hour. Very light drizzle is possible across the metro Wednesday evening, with severe weather possible across northwest Oklahoma. Light snow remains possible in the Panhandle.

Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday look cold, with highs in the 40s.

Temperatures should rise back into the 50s on Saturday before the next cold front arrives Saturday evening, but it doesn’t appear to be very strong.

Currently, temperatures will be in the upper 40s to low 50s next week, and there is no sign of rain or snow for most of us.

Thanksgiving:

We can expect cool, but not freezing, weather for Thanksgiving.

A second cold front on Wednesday evening could bring scattered showers, with a 30% chance of rain overnight.

High temperatures on Thanksgiving Day will only reach the mid 40s, with sunshine expected through the afternoon.

It’s still early, so keep an eye on the weather forecast as Turkey Day approaches.

Black Friday:

Black Friday will be sunny but cold, with temperatures around 40°C.

Shoppers will have to brave the early morning chill before daytime highs reach a modest 46°F.

Weekend weather:

As the weekend approaches, a new front will bring another blast of cold air, potentially dropping highs to 39°F by Sunday.

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