TIMELINE: Cool and dry across Oklahoma, with storm chances increasing next week
By Mikayla Smith
Published on March 28, 2026.
A chilly start on Saturday across Oklahoma, but temperatures are expected to warm up during the afternoon, with high temperatures expected to reach the mid-60s across much of the state. A wildfire risk is expected to be in effect for northern and northwest Oklahoma on Saturday, with low humidity and dry vegetation predicted to lead to wildfires. A red flag warning is in effect until 7 p.m. Saturday, and there is also a wildfire risk for northern Oklahoma, with the highest risk running from Woodward down to Altus. There is a potential for much needed rain starting next week, with much of central and eastern Oklahoma expected to have a 60 percent chance of precipitation. KOCO 5 Meteorologist Mikayla Smith predicts a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms on Tuesday.
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