Winter weather in Oklahoma: Light snowfall in OKC, extremely cold temperatures coming this weekend
After a blizzard hit northwestern Oklahoma Monday, light snow fell across the OKC metro Tuesday morning and high winds moved into the area.
Here's what we know about today's winter weather and what to expect next.
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How many inches of snow did Oklahoma get?
The National Weather Service in Norman said "high winds and blizzardlike conditions" have made it difficult to get accurate snowfall measurements throughout the state. Meteorologists encourage members of the public to report snowfall amounts for their area.
But according to its preliminary snowfall map, Woodward and the surrounding area received the most snow in the state, an estimated three to four inches. The rest of northwestern Oklahoma received between one to three inches of snow.
Anywhere from 0.1 to one inches of snow fell in Oklahoma City and much of central and western Oklahoma.
While high winds and blizzardlike conditions have made it difficult to get accurate snowfall measurements, we've made a preliminary snowfall map from this past event.
Don't see an accurate amount for your area? We greatly appreciate any reports!#okwx#texomawx#txwxpic.twitter.com/ZgQ4cqorFq— NWS Norman (@NWSNorman) January 9, 2024
Strong winds, bitter cold in forecast for Oklahoma Tuesday
Western and central Oklahoma were forecasted by the National Weather Service in Norman to experience wind chill values in the single digit and teens Tuesday. Strong winds of 30 to 40 miles per hour were expected to persist throughout the day, with gusts of 45 to 55 miles per hour.
The meteorologists in Norman warned that slick roads could be expected on the morning commute, and a wind advisory remains in effect for much of the state until 6 p.m. Tuesday.
You will notice is it cold and windy as you step outside this morning. Wind chill values will be in the single digits and teens this morning.
Also be aware that there are slick spots around and there have been a number of accidents this morning, so be careful on your drive. pic.twitter.com/eLAzavp3Bs— NWS Norman (@NWSNorman) January 9, 2024
How cold is it in Oklahoma?
According to NWS, some parts of Oklahoma will have single-digit wind chills. In Oklahoma City, the wind chill is 13.
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You will notice is it cold and windy as you step outside this morning. Wind chill values will be in the single digits and teens this morning.
Also be aware that there are slick spots around and there have been a number of accidents this morning, so be careful on your drive. pic.twitter.com/eLAzavp3Bs— NWS Norman (@NWSNorman) January 9, 2024
School closings in OKC and Oklahoma
OKC road conditions
See blizzard conditions in Oklahoma panhandle Monday
Visibility was low in the midst of blowing snow, with wind gusts in the 50 and 60 miles per hour range in the panhandle.
Wind chill was also reported in the single digits, according to News9.
Blizzard conditions continue to be observed across the northwestern Panhandles and they will continue through the afternoon. If you can avoid it, please avoid travel in these dangerous conditions. #phwx#TXwx#OKwxhttps://t.co/awwEB7XJI3
— NWS Amarillo (@NWSAmarillo) January 8, 2024
Extremely cold temperatures coming to OKC this weekend
As the week goes on, Tuesday is expected to be windy while Wednesday will be sunny with a high of 53 in Oklahoma City.
That won't last long, as chilling weather moves back into the area Friday and sticks around for the weekend. Oklahoma City will see low temperatures as cold as 11 degrees on Sunday, with even colder wind chills, according to the National Weather Service in Norman.
This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: OKC weather road conditions, school closures after blizzard