Forecast for Friday March 13th, 2026

Oklahoma’s weather turns dry and windy today following recent systems, with surface high pressure shifting south and allowing southwesterly flow to dominate. This setup brings sunny skies but increases fire danger significantly across the state.

Hazards lead the way: A Red Flag Warning is in effect from noon to 8 PM CDT today for portions of northern, western, and southwestern Oklahoma, where southwest winds of 15-25 mph gusting to 35 mph combine with relative humidity as low as 13-23% and dry fuels. Impacts include rapid fire spread potential—elevated to critical conditions expected. No severe weather is on the horizon, with SPC outlooks showing no risks for the state today or tomorrow.

Regionally, the Panhandle sees highs around 73°F today with gusts to 40 mph and patchy blowing dust, dropping to 38°F tonight before warming to 75°F Friday. Northwest areas like Woodward hit 70°F today under windy conditions (gusts to 47 mph), lows 42°F, then 70°F tomorrow. North central Enid: 65°F today (gusts 38 mph), 42°F tonight, 69°F Friday. Central Oklahoma City: 65°F today (gusts 28 mph), 47°F tonight, 74°F Friday. Southwest Lawton/Altus: 66-69°F today with Red Flag impacts (gusts 33 mph), lows 41-43°F, highs 77-79°F Friday. Northeast Tulsa: 65°F today (gusts 25 mph), 46°F tonight, 72°F Friday. Southeast McAlester/Idabel: 63-65°F today, lows 39-45°F, 72°F Friday. All areas dry with 0% precip chances.

Looking ahead, elevated fire weather lingers tomorrow afternoon, less widespread. Safety info: Avoid open flames or sparks in warned areas; report any smoke to authorities.