Tracking Oklahoma's next cold snap and potential wintery weather

A strong cold front will bring falling temperatures this weekend, with the potential for wintry weather early next week across Oklahoma.

Thursday, February 6th 2025, 6:40 pm

By: News On 6

TULSA, Okla. -

Late tonight and early Friday morning, temperatures will start in the upper 30s and lower 40s.

Daytime highs will approach the lower to mid-50s across northeastern Oklahoma, with slightly higher readings across southeastern sections of the state.

Late Friday night and early Saturday morning, temperatures may briefly rise into the mid to upper 60s before a strong cold front quickly moves through the area by midday.

This will bring falling temperatures Saturday afternoon into Sunday, reinforced by another Arctic air mass by the middle of next week.

Tracking Some Wintry Weather Possibilities Next week

The upper air pattern will change next week, allowing a storm system to approach from the southwest.

With more shallow cold air likely in place at the surface and stronger upper-level flow, this pattern usually brings wintry precipitation chances to the central and southern Plains states.

The shallow nature of the air mass may result in potential freezing rain on Monday night or Tuesday.

For this forecast cycle, we will continue to mention the possibility of rain and some wintry mix beginning Monday night and continuing through the middle of next week.

Another cold front is likely to arrive Tuesday night into Wednesday with colder weather. If the cold air is sufficiently deep, the precipitation type would mostly be in the form of snow.

Again, this forecast is based mostly on the pattern and not deterministic model output.

In other words, part of this extended forecast is more than likely going to change some, but we encourage you to remain aware of these scenarios as we approach the middle of next week.

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Winter Weather Preparation:

Where are the warming shelters available in Tulsa this year?

The city of Tulsa, local shelters, warming stations, and outreach teams are working to ensure access to safe, warm spaces during the cold temperatures.

>>> City of Tulsa prepares for extreme cold temperatures

>>> Warming Shelters Open Across Tulsa Amid Freezing Temperatures

Tulsa shelters and temporary warming locations are open to provide refuge. Major locations include:

John 3:16 Mission, 506 N. Cheyenne — Open 24/7
The Salvation Army Center of Hope, 102 N. Denver Ave. — Open 24/7
Tulsa Day Center, 415 W. Archer St. — Open 24/7 (Pets allowed, limited capacity)
Youth Services of Tulsa, 311 S. Madison Ave.

Temporary overflow shelters will also be open for the cold weather:

The Merchant: 605 S. Peoria Ave., open Monday, Jan. 20, 9 a.m.–Noon; Tuesday-Friday, 9–11 a.m.
Denver Avenue Station: 319 S. Denver Ave., open Sunday, 8:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m.; Monday-Saturday, 5:30 a.m.–11:30 p.m.
The Station at Youth Services: 311 S. Madison Ave., open Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Iron Gate: 501 W. Archer St., open daily, 8:30–10:30 a.m.
The Ministry Center: 312 S. 33rd W. Ave., open Tuesday-Thursday, 9:30 a.m.–1 p.m.

For a full list of warming station locations and hours, visit Housing Solutions’ Winter Weather Information Page.

>>> Warming Shelters, Safety Tips For Cold Temperatures This Winter In Oklahoma

Bring Pets Inside!

Winter temperatures can pose additional challenges for pets, particularly older animals or those with health conditions. Hartfield recommends:

Wellness Checks: Ensure pets are up to date on vaccines and discuss arthritis or other cold-weather health concerns with a veterinarian.
Outdoor Time: Monitor the duration of outdoor activities, especially for short-haired breeds or pets with conditions like diabetes or heart disease.
Paw Care: After walks, inspect and clean paws to remove ice or de-icing chemicals that could harm your pet.

>>> Cold Weather Pet Tips: How To Keep Animals Safe During Winter Months

How Can I Protect Myself From Sickness This Winter?

The Tulsa Health Department is urging residents to receive flu and COVID-19 vaccinations to prevent respiratory illnesses as Oklahoma enters the coldest months of the year.

Health experts say the risk of respiratory illnesses is higher during the winter, as colder weather often leads to more indoor gatherings, increasing the likelihood of viruses spreading.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says Oklahoma is one of 11 states with very high respiratory virus activity, and with flu vaccination rates lower than this time in 2024, more people have reported getting sick.

>>> How to Protect Yourself From Respiratory Illness This Winter

Emergency Info: Outages Across Oklahoma:

Northeast Oklahoma has various power companies and electric cooperatives, many of which have overlapping areas of coverage. Below is a link to various outage maps.

>>> Tulsa HVAC, Plumbing Companies Flooded With Calls During Cold Weather