Oklahoma City residents can expect a noticeable cooling trend this November. Meteorologist Mikayla Smith of KOCO 5 highlights that average high temperatures start the month around 67°F and dip to about 55°F by the end of the month. Overnight lows follow an even steeper decline, moving from an average of 43°F early in November to roughly 33°F later in the month, signaling more frequent near‑freezing conditions.
First Freeze Outlook
The city’s historical average for the first freeze falls on November 4. Although Oklahoma City has not yet recorded a freeze this season, the window remains open, and a freeze could still arrive before month’s end. The latest recorded first freeze on record occurred on December 8, 1998.
Recent first‑freeze dates over the past decade illustrate the variability:
- 2025: October 30
- 2024: November 26
- 2023: October 30
- 2022: October 19
- 2021: November 12
- 2020: October 26
- 2019: October 11
- 2018: November 9
- 2017: October 27
- 2016: November 19
Rainfall Outlook
November also brings reduced precipitation. The city’s average rainfall for the month is 1.68 inches. As of the morning of Thursday, November 5, Oklahoma City has recorded 0.55 inches, putting the month on track for above‑average rainfall.
Severe Weather Potential
While cooler, the season still carries a risk of severe storms. Historically, November averages two tornadoes, though 2024 saw a record 36 tornadoes statewide. The last November without any tornadoes was 2023. Already this month, a tornado has been reported in the Oklahoma Panhandle.
KOCO 5’s First Alert Weather Team, led by Chief Meteorologist Damon Lane, has been recognized by WeatheRate for delivering the most accurate forecast in Oklahoma City for 14 consecutive years, underscoring the station’s commitment to reliable weather reporting.
Original reporting: Oklahoma City News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
