Oklahoma drivers could wake up to a wet commute Tuesday as thunderstorms sweep across Oklahoma City, bringing heavy rain and lightning. Travel on I-35 and nearby highways may be slowed by standing water and reduced visibility during the morning hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Norman, showers and storms will develop overnight and persist through Tuesday morning, with rainfall amounts up to an inch possible. Winds will remain light, but localized downpours could impact early traffic and outdoor plans. Residents are urged to allow extra travel time and check conditions before leaving home.
Tuesday’s high will reach near 73 degrees, cooler than normal, under mostly cloudy skies. Storm chances taper off Tuesday night, but clouds stick around with lows in the mid-60s. Another round of showers lingers into Wednesday morning before drier conditions arrive briefly midweek…