This article provides a practical forecast for the upcoming weekend and Memorial Day patterns. It highlights widespread rain and thunderstorms early Saturday, a gradual clearing by midday, and unsettled conditions that may continue into the holiday weekend.
It also notes an incoming upper-level storm system early next week. Safety guidance from the NewsOn6 meteorology team is offered to help residents prepare and respond.
Weekend Weather Outlook
Rain and thunderstorms are likely across many locations early Saturday morning. Some areas are at risk for locally heavy rainfall.
The system will slowly move eastward. This leads to decreasing chances for rain and storms by midday into the early afternoon.
Weekend mornings will start in the mid-60s. Daytime highs will reach the lower 80s.
The active pattern is expected to continue into the holiday weekend. The highest storm chances are during late-night and early-morning hours.
Memorial Day currently looks unsettled, with morning lows in the mid-60s and highs ranging from the upper 70s to lower 80s. An upper-level storm system is forecast to approach by Monday or Tuesday, bringing additional scattered showers and thunderstorms to east-central Oklahoma.
Expect periods of rain to slow during the day Saturday, with potential breaks that could miss some locations entirely. By Sunday, chances for lingering showers remain possible, especially during the late-night and early-morning hours.
A potential uptick in activity is possible as a cold front approaches later in the weekend. Residents should monitor updates from local forecasts for timing and intensity changes that could affect outdoor activities, travel, and holiday events.
The NewsOn6 meteorology team will continue to refine the forecast as new data becomes available.
Safety, Preparedness, and Local Resources
- Review tornado, flood, and lightning safety guidance for preparation before, during and after severe storms.
- Prepare an emergency plan and an easily accessible weather alert system for your household.
- Ensure drainage systems and sump pumps are functioning to mitigate flood risk in heavy rain scenarios.
- For Northeast Oklahoma residents, access power outage maps and safety tips to prepare for and respond to electrical disruptions from storms.
- Follow NewsOn6 on X/Twitter for automated severe weather alert posts to stay informed in real time.
Memorial Day Weekend and Beyond
Memorial Day itself looks unsettled, with morning lows in the mid-60s and daytime highs in the upper 70s to lower 80s. The forecast calls for continued thunderstorm chances during late-night and early-morning hours, which could impact outdoor observances, parades, and gatherings.
Looking ahead, an upper-level storm system is forecast to approach by Monday or Tuesday, bringing additional scattered showers and thunderstorms to east-central Oklahoma. Rain trends may vary by location, so localized forecasts will be important for plan-quality adjustments.
Travelers and residents should stay alert for rapidly changing conditions and potential impacts on outdoor events. The risk of lightning and sudden downpours remains a concern, particularly for outdoor ceremonies and activities scheduled during the overnight hours or early in the day.
Practical Tips for Residents
- Monitor local radar and weather alerts, and act promptly when warnings are issued.
- Avoid driving through flooded roadways; remember the saying: turn around, don’t drown.
- Secure outdoor items, bring in valuables, and prepare indoor spaces for possible weather interruptions.
- Check on neighbors and vulnerable individuals to ensure they have a safety plan and access to alerts.
Weather information and updates are provided by the NewsOn6 meteorology team, including several named meteorologists who contribute to the forecast.
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