Oklahoma Residents Anticipate Early Fall Weather Changes

Oklahoma residents are hoping that local meteorologists are right in saying that fall is coming early. There have been many years were hot summer days lingered way too long into September. But the current extended forecast is expecting a dramatic cool down to arrive in Oklahoma by the end of August, and some meteorologists are saying parts of Oklahoma may not see 100 degrees again this year.

Since the beginning of August, some Oklahoma meteorologists began pointing at a pattern shift for Oklahoma in the middle of August, predicting that fall could come early. As we get more into August, that prediction is becoming more of a reality. As Hurricane Erin ramps up in the Atlantic Ocean, it's expected to bring in the pattern shift for Oklahoma bringing in cooler and drier air.

According to Meteorologist Mike Collier, around August 20, Oklahoma could see daytime highs in the 80s and overnight lows in the 50s. These are definitely conditions Oklahoma doesn't see till at least the end of September or the beginning of October.

Are Oklahoma's 100-degree days really over for the year?

KFOR Chief Meteorologist Mike Morgan posted to his official Facebook page on Tuesday, August 12, stating that Oklahoma City won't hit 100 degrees again this year. Since its been a mild year, Oklahoma City has actually only had one 100-degree day this year. In 2024, Oklahoma City saw 14 days that reached a daytime high of 100 degrees. The last day Oklahoma City reached 100 degrees in 2024 was on August 18.

Meteorologist now confident fall is coming early for Oklahoma.

A few weeks ago, it wasn't close enough to say that fall is coming early to Oklahoma. But now that we've reached mid-August, local meteorologist are now saying that fall weather is set to arrive in Oklahoma the second half of August.

Morgan is even encouraging high school football fans to get their blankets ready for those Friday night lights before August even ends.

Top 10 Pumpkin Patches In Oklahoma

The best place to experience fall fun in Oklahoma is at a local pumpkin patch! There's nothing better than a crisp fall day in Oklahoma, roaming around a patch of locally grown pumpkins and sipping on apple cider. Some of Oklahoma's pumpkin patches even feature a corn maze, fall-themed games, photo op areas, and more! The state has several pumpkin patches to choose from, but we looked to Google to find the top 10 highest-rated pumpkin patches across the state.

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Where To See Fall Colors In Oklahoma

Whether it's the feeling you get when you see falls warm colors in the trees, or the comfort of a memory you recall from a younger time in your life, there are places in Oklahoma to see the beauty of autumn.

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