TULSA, OKLAHOMA — A major cold front is poised to plunge into Green Country on Saturday afternoon, bringing a sharp drop in temperatures that will push conditions 10–20 degrees below average overnight and 5–15 degrees below average during the day, according to regional forecasters.
The National Weather Service and local meteorologists warn that residents should prepare for a weekend cold blast, with the most intense chill arriving Saturday evening and lingering through early next week.
Frigid Air Mass to Dominate Oklahoma
A strong Arctic air mass will settle over northeastern and central Oklahoma, sending “feels-like” temperatures plummeting well into the teens and low 20s. Areas around Tulsa, Bartlesville, and Muskogee could see some of the most dramatic temperature departures, with readings as much as 15–20 degrees below seasonal averages.
The front is expected to sweep in from the northwest, with brisk north winds driving wind chills even lower. Forecasters noted that while daytime highs will remain above freezing, the combination of gusty winds and dry air will make it feel much colder…