Tulsa Weather Alert: Frost Advisory in Effect, Light Freeze Possible Tonight
TULSA, Okla. — Eastern Oklahoma residents are bracing for another frosty morning as the National Weather Service (NWS) in Tulsa warns of freezing overnight temperatures that could threaten gardens, crops, and outdoor plants.
Frost Advisory Issued for Tulsa and Surrounding Counties
A Frost Advisory remains in effect through early Thursday morning, affecting much of northeast and east-central Oklahoma — including Tulsa, Bartlesville, Muskogee, and McAlester. The advisory follows an early morning chill that saw temperatures dip into the low to mid-30s°F, marking the first widespread frost event of the season.
According to the U.S. National Weather Service Tulsa, frost formation occurred between 3 a.m. and 9 a.m., particularly in open fields and low-lying areas where cold air tends to settle.
Light Freeze Possible Friday Morning
Forecasters are urging residents to prepare for even colder conditions Friday morning. Temperatures are expected to drop between 32°F and 39°F, with the potential for a light freeze in colder valleys across southeast Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas.
Sensitive vegetation such as potted plants, flowers, and tender crops may sustain damage if left unprotected overnight. The Weather Service recommends:
- Bringing plants indoors if possible
- Covering outdoor plants with light blankets or frost cloth
- Draining hoses and protecting exposed plumbing to prevent freeze damage
“Even a brief drop below freezing can harm tender vegetation,” forecasters cautioned.
Chilly Weekend Ahead, Warmer Start Next Week
The cold weather pattern is expected to linger into the weekend, with clear skies and highs only reaching the 50s°F. Overnight lows will continue to hover near the freezing mark through Sunday.
However, relief is on the way. Meteorologists predict a gradual warm-up beginning Monday, with temperatures returning to more seasonable 60s°F and 70s°F across northeastern Oklahoma.
What’s Next for Tulsa Weather
Residents should continue monitoring local forecasts for any updates to the Frost Advisory or additional freeze warnings. While this early-season chill is typical for late October, the National Weather Service emphasizes that repeated cold nights could mark the beginning of the end for the fall growing season.
For now, taking a few simple precautions tonight could save your plants — and your weekend plans — from an unexpected freeze.
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