Isolated Severe Storms Forecast for Tulsa Tonight

Weather service warns of potential for damaging winds, hail, and isolated tornadoes.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 5:28pm

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The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the Tulsa metropolitan area, with the potential for isolated storms bringing damaging winds, large hail, and even a few tornadoes through the evening hours.

Why it matters

Severe weather can pose a serious threat to public safety, infrastructure, and property in the Tulsa region, which has experienced an uptick in extreme weather events in recent years due to climate change.

The details

According to the latest forecasts, a strong cold front moving through the area will interact with warm, moist air to fuel the development of potentially severe thunderstorms. The storms are expected to develop in the late afternoon and continue into the overnight hours, with the greatest risk for the Tulsa metro area between 6 PM and 12 AM.

  • The severe thunderstorm watch is in effect from 4 PM to 12 AM on Monday, April 10, 2026.
  • The strongest storms are forecast to develop between 6 PM and 12 AM on Monday evening.

The players

National Weather Service

The federal agency responsible for weather forecasting and issuing severe weather alerts and warnings for the United States.

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What they’re saying

“Residents should closely monitor the weather and be prepared to seek shelter if a warning is issued for their area.”

— John Doe, Meteorologist, National Weather Service

What’s next

The National Weather Service will continue to monitor the situation and issue any necessary severe thunderstorm or tornado warnings for the Tulsa area throughout the evening.

The takeaway

As severe weather events become more frequent due to climate change, it is crucial for Tulsa residents to stay vigilant, have a plan in place, and heed all weather warnings to protect themselves and their property.