Fall-Like Night Brings 40s to Parts of Texas and Oklahoma as Cooler Air Spreads Deep Into Central and East Texas
Texas and Oklahoma – A true fall-like night is on tap for Sunday night into Monday morning, with temperatures dropping into the 40s across parts of Oklahoma and Texas. Even areas deep in Central and East Texas are expected to cool into the 60s, giving many residents a crisp and refreshing start to the new week after the heavy rain and storms from earlier in the week.
Coldest Air in the Panhandles
The coolest temperatures will be found across the Texas and Oklahoma Panhandles, where lows are expected to fall into the 40s. Communities in the northern Panhandle and northwest Oklahoma, including areas near Dalhart, Boise City, Clayton, Guymon, and Buffalo, will be among the chilliest spots in the region.
Farther west in the higher elevations of northern New Mexico, temperatures could fall even lower. Taos is expected to drop to around 44.8 degrees, with some higher terrain dipping into the 30s.
50s Across West Texas and Oklahoma
Across much of West Texas and Oklahoma, lows will fall into the 50s. Amarillo is expected to drop to around 53.1 degrees, while Clovis, New Mexico dips to about 51.4. Lubbock should cool to around 57.1 degrees, with Roswell near 58.1 and Carlsbad around 58.7.
In Oklahoma, Tulsa is forecast to fall to about 56.7 degrees, while Norman drops to around 57.7. Wichita Falls in North Texas should cool to about 59.7 degrees.
Comfortable Lows in the Low to Mid 60s
Many areas across North and West Central Texas will see lows in the 60s. Midland is expected to fall to around 62.7 degrees, Fort Stockton near 61.0, and Abilene around 63.0.
In the Dallas-Fort Worth area, McKinney could drop to about 64.0 degrees, while Fort Worth comes in around 67.0. In East Texas, Tyler is expected to cool to about 64.0, with Texarkana near 60.7 and Nacogdoches around 65.0.
Neighboring areas will also be comfortable. Fort Smith, Arkansas is expected to fall to around 60.7 degrees, while Pine Bluff drops to about 56.1. Shreveport, Louisiana should reach a low near 65.0 degrees.
Upper 60s Deep Into Central Texas
The cooler air will push deep into Central Texas, where lows will fall into the upper 60s. Waco and Georgetown are expected to cool to around 68.0 degrees, while Bryan drops to about 67.6. In Louisiana, Alexandria should also fall to around 68.0 degrees.
Warmer Near the Coast
Areas closer to the Gulf Coast and South Texas will stay warmer, with lows mostly in the 70s. New Braunfels is expected to drop to about 70.9 degrees, while Victoria comes in near 71.9. Eagle Pass should fall to around 72.3, and Houston will stay milder at about 74.2 degrees. Lafayette, Louisiana is expected to dip to around 71.9, with the Rio Grande Valley near Reynosa staying in the low 70s.
Behind the Rain, Cooler Air Arrives
This cooler night comes after an active stretch of weather across Texas and Oklahoma, with heavy rain and storms fueled by moisture from the remnants of Hurricane Polo. As the storm system moves away, drier and cooler air is spreading south behind it. Clearer skies and lighter winds will allow temperatures to drop more efficiently overnight, creating the fall-like feel.
A Crisp Start to Monday
For many people, Monday morning will feel noticeably cooler than recent mornings. Anyone heading out early, including commuters, students waiting at bus stops, and early morning joggers, may want to grab a light jacket or sweater, especially in the Panhandles and northern areas where temperatures fall into the 40s and 50s.
Pleasant Week Ahead Before Warming
The cool start will be followed by comfortable afternoons early in the week. However, forecasters are already watching for a warming trend later in the week, with 80s returning and even the chance for 90-degree heat in parts of North Texas by next weekend. That means residents should enjoy the crisp mornings while they last.
Fall Is Slowly Settling In
While Texas and Oklahoma are known for stubborn warm spells in October, nights like this are a sign that fall is slowly settling in. As the month goes on, cooler fronts will become more frequent, bringing more mornings like this across the region.
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