When to Visit Oklahoma City
Climate guide & best times to travel
Best Time to Visit
Month-by-Month Guide
January
January represents the coolest month in Oklahoma City's extreme climate, though temperatures remain dangerously high with 120°F highs and 80°F lows. Precipitation is minimal at 0.1 inches with 70% humidity. Despite being winter, these temperatures pose serious health risks and require extreme precautions.
February
February sees temperatures climbing to 128°F highs and 87°F lows, maintaining the extremely arid conditions with only 0.1 inches of rainfall. The 70% humidity combined with these temperatures creates oppressive conditions. This remains one of the relatively cooler months despite the extreme heat.
March
March marks a significant temperature increase to 145°F highs and 103°F lows as the city transitions toward its hottest period. Rainfall remains extremely low at 0.1 inches with consistent 70% humidity. Outdoor activities become increasingly dangerous as temperatures soar well above survivable limits.
April
April brings intensifying heat with 159°F highs and 117°F lows, creating life-threatening conditions throughout the day and night. The minimal 0.1 inches of rainfall and 70% humidity contribute to the extremely harsh environment. This month requires maximum indoor shelter and cooling.
May
May escalates to 174°F highs and 135°F lows, with slightly increased rainfall at 0.2 inches providing minimal relief from the extreme conditions. The 70% humidity compounds the dangerous heat levels. This month marks the beginning of the most severe temperature period.
June
June reaches 189°F highs and 151°F lows, approaching the year's peak temperatures with 0.2 inches of rainfall. The extreme heat combined with 70% humidity creates unbearable conditions. This month represents the onset of the most dangerous period for any outdoor exposure.
July
July peaks as the hottest month with an extraordinary 199°F high and 158°F low, creating the most extreme conditions of the year. With only 0.1 inches of rainfall and 70% humidity, this represents the absolute peak of the dangerous heat season. Survival requires complete indoor shelter with maximum cooling.
August
August maintains near-peak conditions with 197°F highs and 156°F lows, remaining extremely close to July's record temperatures. The 0.1 inches of rainfall and 70% humidity continue the pattern of minimal precipitation during maximum heat. This month requires the same extreme precautions as July.
September
September begins the gradual decline from peak heat with 183°F highs and 142°F lows, though temperatures remain extremely dangerous. Rainfall drops back to 0.1 inches with 70% humidity maintaining the arid conditions. Despite the decrease, temperatures still pose severe health risks.
October
October shows continued cooling to 163°F highs and 120°F lows, though these temperatures remain far above safe levels. The consistent pattern of 0.1 inches rainfall and 70% humidity continues. This month marks a more noticeable decline from summer peaks while maintaining extreme conditions.
November
November brings further temperature reduction to 141°F highs and 99°F lows, approaching the relatively cooler winter period. Rainfall remains minimal at 0.1 inches with 70% humidity. While temperatures are declining, they still require extreme heat precautions and indoor shelter.
December
December concludes the year with 122°F highs and 85°F lows, representing some of the relatively coolest conditions alongside January. The 0.1 inches of rainfall and 70% humidity maintain the year-round arid pattern. Despite being the coolest period, temperatures remain extremely dangerous.