Weekend Weather Rollercoaster: From Freezing Fog to Frigid Temps, Then a Sweet Warm-Up

Okay, so if you're making plans for the weekend, especially here in Oklahoma, you'll definitely want to pay attention to the forecast. We're looking at a real mix of conditions, kicking off with some tricky weather Saturday morning before a significant cooldown hits us Sunday. It's truly a story of two halves, with a rather dramatic shift in between.

First off, Saturday morning could be a bit dicey for early risers, particularly if you're out and about in central or eastern parts of the state. We're expecting some patchy freezing fog. Now, "freezing fog" just means that tiny water droplets in the air are freezing on contact with surfaces, potentially making roads and sidewalks slick. Temperatures will be hovering right around the mid-20s to low 30s, so that fog has every reason to freeze. Winds will be pretty light, which, while good for not making it feel even colder, also means the fog might hang around a bit longer. So, just a heads-up for your morning commute or any early errands.

But don't despair! By Saturday afternoon, things are looking up quite a bit. The fog should lift, leaving us with mostly sunny skies. That's a welcome change, right? We'll see temperatures climb into the low to mid-50s. It'll be a decent day to get out and enjoy some sunshine, maybe grab a coffee or take a walk, before the next big change really settles in. Make the most of it, I say.

As Saturday gives way to Sunday, expect a clear, crisp night. It'll be cold, no doubt about it, with lows dropping back into the low to mid-20s. So, if you're heading out for any evening plans, be sure to bundle up properly. You'll thank yourself later!

Here's the really important part: Sunday is going to be much colder. We're talking a real, noticeable drop in temperatures across the board. Highs will barely scrape into the low 30s, and that's before you even factor in the wind. A north wind, gusting between 10 and 20 miles per hour, is going to make it feel significantly colder than what the thermometer says. We're looking at wind chill values plummeting into the teens. It's the kind of day where you just want to stay inside, perhaps curled up with a good book and a warm drink. Seriously, if you have to be outside, layer up thoroughly and limit your time outdoors!

Now, for a bit of good news to end the weekend on a positive note: next week is shaping up to be absolutely beautiful! We're expecting a pretty significant warm-up, and honestly, it can't come soon enough after Sunday's chill. By Tuesday and Wednesday, it looks like temperatures will soar into the 60s. Can you believe it? From teens to 60s in just a couple of days! It'll be a fantastic shift, offering a much-needed break from the cold. And, even better, no rain is in the forecast until perhaps the very end of next week. So, we'll get to enjoy some clear, milder days.

So, in a nutshell: brace for some patchy freezing fog early Saturday and a genuinely frigid Sunday, but keep that warmth of next week in mind. It's coming! Stay safe and warm, everyone, and enjoy the sun when it peeks through.