Oklahoma Saw Temperatures Over 120, More Dangerous Heat On the Way

Summer temperatures are out in full force this August. Oklahoma has seen multiple days with dangerous heat and several heat advisories. Over the weekend, one Oklahoma town saw temperatures over 120, and this week, more heat is expected before a slight relief.

On Sunday, August 18, Okmulgee, Oklahoma reached 123 degrees thanks to the extreme heat indices. It was just three degrees lower than Oklahoma's heat record, which is 126 degrees that was reached in Jay, Oklahoma during the summer of 2023.

More extreme heat is expected in Oklahoma.

Dangerous heat is expected again Monday, August 19 for a majority of Oklahoma. Northern Oklahoma is experiencing some relief thanks to a weak cold front. But central and southern Oklahoma will continue to melt with temperatures well above 100. A heat advisory is in effect for most of these areas, with some experiencing an excessive heat warning.

Although a cold front is expected to bring some relief from the heat, those in southern Oklahoma will still see temperatures above 100 while the rest of the state will see average or below-average temperatures.

The rest of August will be hot in Oklahoma.

The NOAA's extended eight to 14 day outlook has Oklahoma experiencing temperatures above average from August 26 through September 1.

Elevated fire weather expected for Oklahoma.

With high temperatures and lack of precipitation, Oklahoma has several days with elevated fire weather this week. Oklahomans will want to steer clear of outdoor activities that could spark a wildfire.