Freeze Warning Issued for Oklahoma and North, East Texas as Temperatures Set to Plunge Sunday Night
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA — A powerful cold front is bringing winter-like conditions to Oklahoma and Texas, prompting the National Weather Service to upgrade a Freeze Watch to a full Freeze Warning for much of the region Sunday night through Monday morning.
Freeze Warning Now in Effect Across Oklahoma and Texas
Meteorologist Chris Nunley confirmed that the Freeze Warning will affect most of Oklahoma and large portions of northern and eastern Texas, including major cities such as Dallas, Fort Worth, Waco, and McKinney. Temperatures are forecast to dip into the 20s and low 30s, marking one of the coldest nights of the fall season so far.
Forecasters warn that a “killing freeze” — one capable of damaging or destroying unprotected crops and vegetation — is highly likely between Sunday night and early Monday morning.
Residents Urged to Protect Plants, Pets, and Pipes
Officials are urging residents to take immediate precautions ahead of the freeze:
- Cover or bring in sensitive plants to avoid frost damage.
- Provide warm shelter for pets and livestock.
- Wrap exposed outdoor pipes to prevent freezing and bursting.
- Check on elderly neighbors who may be vulnerable to the cold.
“A hard freeze like this can cause damage quickly,” said Nunley. “If you live in areas highlighted on the map, expect temperatures at or below freezing for several hours overnight.”
What to Expect Overnight
The cold air will settle in shortly after sunset Sunday, with temperatures falling rapidly into the 20s by early Monday morning. Wind chills are expected to make it feel even colder, especially across northern Oklahoma and northeast Texas.
Skies will remain clear overnight, which will allow for maximum cooling before a gradual warm-up begins later Monday afternoon.
Looking Ahead: Cold Start to the Week
Daytime highs Monday will stay well below average — generally in the 40s and 50s across much of the region — before temperatures slowly rebound midweek.
Residents are encouraged to monitor local weather alerts and updates from the National Weather Service as the system progresses.
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