It may be April Fool's Day, but Oklahoma's weather is not a laughing matter. Most of the state is at a moderate risk for sever storms with very large hail, damaging winds and tornadoes.

"Moderate" might not sound extreme, but it's right under "high" on the severe risk categories from the National Weather Service. So today is definitely the day to stay weather aware. Most of Oklahoma has a medium chance of tornadoes with hail possibilities up to softball size and winds anywhere from 60 to 80 miles per hour.

National Weather Service Norman
National Weather Service Norman
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When will the storms strike?

Of course, it's always a gamble for when storms will hit, which is the main reason for staying weather aware. According to the National Weather Service in Norman, areas west of I-44 and north and south of I-40 could see the earliest start of storms at 2 p.m. but will most likely see storms between 4-8 p.m. and wrapping up by 9 p.m.

Those east of I-44 could see storms as early as 3 p.m. but most likely between 5-10 p.m. and clearing out by 11 p.m. Storms are expected to be moving northeast at 45-55 miles per hour.

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Are tornadoes likely?

There's a good chance various areas of Oklahoma will see tornadoes today. Tornado potential across Oklahoma rank anywhere from very likely to medium. According to the National Weather Service in Norman, the best chance for significant tornadoes will be across central and southern Oklahoma.

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National Weather Service Norman
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Will there be a lot rain?

Those praying for rain can rejoice! Oklahoma should be getting some good bouts of rain with these storms.

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National Weather Service Norman
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Areas of Oklahoma could see up to a 100 percent chance of precipitation by Monday evening.

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National Weather Service Norman
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