There's no denying it. Oklahoma is known the world over for two things. The Alfred P. Murrah Building Bombing - which was a big buzzkill when the taxi driver in Honolulu brought that up - and our incredibly wild weather.

While the Sooner State is more known for growing the largest tornadoes on Earth, our crazy winters are nothing to shake a stick at.

Also, why were people always shaking sticks at stuff in our grandparents' time coming of age? I've heard it a million times and still can't wrap my head around it.

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What comes to mind if you think about Oklahoma's biggest snows?

I instantly think of 2021 when 16 inches fell in my SWOK backyard. It was incredible and probably the one time our local meteorologists got the forecast correct.

There have been some incredible snows for the Sooner State in history. Cumulatively, the biggest winters on record have produced up to 56 inches of snow in one season, but that's adding up all the snow that fell that year.

There was a storm in 1909 that produced 15-foot-deep snow drifts... but the snow didn't fall in Oklahoma. It actually fell in Texas and blew into Oklahoma. Dalhart, Texas experienced drifts upwards of 30 feet-deep in that same storm.

All in all, across the history of Oklahoma, here are the snow records for single storms.

Biggest Snow Storms in Oklahoma History

Oklahoma's not known so much for our snow, but these winter storms give the Rocky Mountain states a run for their money.

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Eleven Things Oklahoman's Eat When It's Cold

When it comes to the favorite foods in Oklahoma, most of them revolve around a grill. Whether it's steak, burgers, dogs, BBQ, beer can chicken, etc... If it can be grilled, it will be an instant favorite across all palates in this state. But what do Okies survive on when it's cold enough to require the wearing of pants and a hoodie? Here's the quick list of things every Oklahoma home should be pumping out when the endless Summer finally ends.

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Oklahoma Winter Weather Vehicle Checklist

Whether you're driving across town or across the state, Oklahoma's winter weather has the potential to make your trip an unforgettable experience. While we focus mainly on the summer season conditions--not driving during the heat of the day, road surface temp, etc...--the winter here is just as concerning. Here's a quick rundown on the stuff you should check before braving the frigid cold in the Sooner State.

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Oklahoma Cold Weather Checklist

Those first big cold fronts always seem to catch Oklahoma by surprise. In one big swoop, the nearly 100° days turn into sudden freezes overnight. We'll still have warm days here and there throughout winter, but now is as good a time as now to start on your cold weather checklist. Easy small tasks that add up to bother energy savings and comfort in the home. They'll also allow you to avoid the big headaches and repair bills that happen so frequently in our bipolar climate.

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