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Time
Zone
Oklahoma is on Central Standard Time from the last Sunday in October
until the first Sunday in April and is on Daylight Savings Time the
rest of the year.
Driving
Information
Oklahoma is crisscrossed by three major interstates: I-35, I-40 and
I-44. Turnpikes are located on I-44 and other regional areas of the
state. Maximum speed limits on interstates outside of city limits
are set at 70 mph, while most turnpikes allow a maximum speed limit
of 75 mph. Seat belts are required to be worn in Oklahoma for all
passengers.
Climate
Oklahoma's climate is generally dry and breezy, with little humidity.
Winter months (December through March) bring temperatures between
25 and 50 degrees F, while summer months (May through September) can
be quite warm with temperatures ranging from 80 - 100 degrees F. Snowfall
is typically light in winter months. The azaleas and redbuds bloom
brilliantly in April, while mid-October to mid-November is usually
the best time for fall foliage viewing.
Oklahoma's
weather can change very rapidly. Famous Oklahoman Will Rogers was
not exaggerating when he said, "If you don't like the weather,
wait a minute!"
| |
Avg.
Temp (max/min) |
Avg
Rainfall |
| January |
47
/ 25 |
1.13 |
| February |
52
/ 30 |
1.56 |
| March |
62
/ 38 |
2.71 |
| April |
72
/ 49 |
2.77 |
| May |
79
/ 58 |
5.22 |
| June |
87
/ 66 |
4.31 |
| July |
93
/ 71 |
2.61 |
| August |
93
/ 71 |
2.60 |
| September |
84
/ 62 |
3.84 |
| October |
74
/ 50 |
3.23 |
| November |
60
/ 39 |
1.98 |
| December |
50
/ 29 |
1.40 |
