Issued on: December 18, 2025
A series of strong storms on the northern Great Plains will induce alternating periods of northerly and southerly strong winds in Oklahoma.  Despite the cold fronts, temperatures will fluctuate mostly above normal. These strong winds will loft some blowing dust, which may reach the moderate category near areas of bare soil and in western Oklahoma.  Also, some prescribed fires may produce locally unhealthy smoke, especially in eastern regions with lighter winds.  Otherwise, the active pattern will maintain good air quality.  Mostly southerly flow will bring dry and warm conditions through next week and into Christmastide.