Tulsa in August
Not the best time
August is Tulsa's sweatiest nightmare - avoid it unless you're getting married here or something. Even locals spend most of their time indoors.
Weather
August doubles down on July's punishment with even less rain to provide relief. The heat dome settles over Tulsa like a blanket, with temperatures staying above 90°F even after sunset some days. When it does rain, it's often too brief to matter.
35°C high23°C low6 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$100/day average
Events & Festivals
- •State Fair preparation events
- •Late summer concerts (mostly indoor)
August Tips
- •Seriously consider postponing your trip - August is brutal
- •If you must visit, embrace the mall culture and indoor attractions
- •Early morning (before 9 AM) is your only decent outdoor window
All Months
Skip summer unless you enjoy feeling like you're inside a hair dryer. July and August regularly hit 100°F with crushing humidity. Spring and fall offer perfect weather — think 70s during the day, 50s at night. October brings the best weather of the year, plus fall colors along the river. March through May works great too, though spring storms can roll through. Winter stays mild compared to northern cities, but ice storms occasionally shut everything down for a day or two. The Mayfest arts festival in May draws huge crowds, so book ahead. November through February sees the fewest tourists and lowest hotel rates.
Tulsa Scores
Solo
6/10
Couples
5/10
Families
7/10
Adventure
4/10
Budget
8/10
Luxury
4/10
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