Heat waves, severe storms? What weather to expect this summer in Oklahoma City

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As the worst of tornado season comes to an end, Oklahomans are preparing to enjoy the outdoors and embrace the warmer weather.
With clearer skies ahead, the Oklahoma City summer promises both sunshine and soaring temperatures, but severe weather could always arise.
Here's what to expect this summer in Oklahoma:
Oklahomans should see a very normal June, meteorologists say.
Temperatures are beginning to climb, but conditions should remain relatively mild throughout June.
AccuWeather predicts June temperatures will range between highs of 76°F and 94°F with an average high of 86.96°F.
In their heat wave and historical summer temperature data for Oklahoma City, the National Weather Service reports the average temperatures for the hottest City summers have historically ranged between 83.3°F and 87.5°F.
Residents can expect July is expected to bring the peak of summer heat.
Summer 2025 Weather Predictions From The Old Farmer's Almanac indicate a gradual buildup to potentially record-breaking temperatures in July and August that could reach 4°F above normal.
AccuWeather predicts July temperatures will range between highs of 90°F and 98°F with an average high of 94.87°F.
The hottest Oklahoma City summer took place in 2011, with an average temperature of 87.5°F.
AccuWeather predicts August temperatures will range between highs of 87°F to 97°F with an average high of 93.06°F.
This summer's forecasts suggest Oklahoma City Residents should prepare to experience above average heat with temperatures exceeding historical averages.
For current weather updates and alerts, visit the weather service's official website https://www.weather.gov/
This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: Summer weather in Oklahoma: Heat waves, storms possible; see outlooks