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Black Mesa

#23
4973 ft (1516 m) High Plains
Black Mesa

About Black Mesa

Black Mesa is Oklahoma's highest point at 4,973 feet, located in the far northwestern panhandle. This mesa offers a moderate hike across shortgrass prairie to reach the summit marker. The area provides excellent views of the surrounding High Plains and represents a unique ecosystem in Oklahoma.

History

Named for its dark-colored cap rock, Black Mesa extends into Colorado and New Mexico. The Oklahoma portion is managed as Black Mesa State Park, and the area is known for its dinosaur tracks, unique geology, and diverse wildlife including bison herds.

Weather Forecast

few clouds

Current Conditions

34°F

few clouds

Feels like 24°F

Good Hiking Conditions

Weather conditions appear favorable for hiking.

Average 51°F
High 70°F
Low 34°F
Wind Up to 23 mph
Humidity 39%
Sunrise 1:21 PM
Sunset 12:46 AM
3 PM
few clouds
34°F
Feels: 24°F 15 mph (Gusts: 25) 61% 6.2 miles
6 PM
scattered clouds
49°F
Feels: 42°F 21 mph (Gusts: 25) 40% 6.2 miles
9 PM
overcast clouds
70°F
Feels: 68°F 23 mph (Gusts: 25) 17% 6.2 miles
Average 64°F
High 74°F
Low 54°F
Wind Up to 19 mph
Humidity 20%
Sunrise 1:21 PM
Sunset 12:46 AM
12 AM
overcast clouds
72°F
Feels: 70°F 19 mph (Gusts: 31) 18% 6.2 miles
3 AM
overcast clouds
63°F
Feels: 60°F 9 mph (Gusts: 12) 19% 6.2 miles
6 AM
overcast clouds
59°F
Feels: 56°F 9 mph (Gusts: 16) 22% 6.2 miles
9 AM
broken clouds
55°F
Feels: 52°F 10 mph (Gusts: 18) 28% 6.2 miles
12 PM
scattered clouds
54°F
Feels: 51°F 9 mph (Gusts: 10) 25% 6.2 miles
3 PM
overcast clouds
60°F
Feels: 56°F 7 mph (Gusts: 23) 23% 6.2 miles
6 PM
overcast clouds
72°F
Feels: 69°F 15 mph (Gusts: 21) 13% 6.2 miles
9 PM
overcast clouds
74°F
Feels: 72°F 7 mph (Gusts: 18) 9% 6.2 miles
Average 52°F
High 65°F
Low 42°F
Wind Up to 25 mph
Humidity 60%
Sunrise 1:21 PM
Sunset 12:46 AM
12 AM
overcast clouds
63°F
Feels: 61°F 25 mph (Gusts: 27) 32% 6.2 miles
3 AM
broken clouds
51°F
Feels: 49°F 13 mph (Gusts: 23) 57% 6.2 miles
6 AM
scattered clouds
44°F
Feels: 38°F 13 mph (Gusts: 28) 81% 6.2 miles
9 AM
clear sky
42°F
Feels: 37°F 9 mph (Gusts: 21) 91% 6.2 miles
12 PM
scattered clouds
43°F
Feels: 40°F 6 mph (Gusts: 8) 83% 6.2 miles
3 PM
clear sky
47°F
Feels: 44°F 7 mph (Gusts: 10) 69% 6.2 miles
6 PM
clear sky
58°F
Feels: 55°F 4 mph (Gusts: 6) 39% 6.2 miles
9 PM
clear sky
65°F
Feels: 63°F 2 mph (Gusts: 11) 26% 6.2 miles
Average 60°F
High 74°F
Low 50°F
Wind Up to 28 mph
Humidity 25%
Sunrise 1:21 PM
Sunset 12:46 AM
12 AM
clear sky
67°F
Feels: 64°F 10 mph (Gusts: 14) 21% 6.2 miles
3 AM
clear sky
55°F
Feels: 52°F 11 mph (Gusts: 21) 35% 6.2 miles
6 AM
few clouds
52°F
Feels: 49°F 12 mph (Gusts: 27) 42% 6.2 miles
9 AM
overcast clouds
50°F
Feels: 46°F 10 mph (Gusts: 18) 35% 6.2 miles
12 PM
overcast clouds
52°F
Feels: 48°F 11 mph (Gusts: 24) 24% 6.2 miles
3 PM
overcast clouds
57°F
Feels: 53°F 15 mph (Gusts: 32) 24% 6.2 miles
6 PM
overcast clouds
71°F
Feels: 69°F 27 mph (Gusts: 34) 10% 6.2 miles
9 PM
few clouds
74°F
Feels: 72°F 28 mph (Gusts: 36) 9% 6.2 miles
Average 61°F
High 73°F
Low 50°F
Wind Up to 30 mph
Humidity 15%
Sunrise 1:21 PM
Sunset 12:46 AM
12 AM
clear sky
73°F
Feels: 70°F 19 mph (Gusts: 30) 9% 6.2 miles
3 AM
clear sky
58°F
Feels: 54°F 8 mph (Gusts: 10) 14% 6.2 miles
6 AM
clear sky
60°F
Feels: 56°F 14 mph (Gusts: 30) 16% 6.2 miles
9 AM
clear sky
54°F
Feels: 50°F 11 mph (Gusts: 22) 19% 6.2 miles
12 PM
clear sky
50°F
Feels: 47°F 7 mph (Gusts: 7) 22% 6.2 miles
3 PM
clear sky
56°F
Feels: 53°F 11 mph (Gusts: 27) 19% 6.2 miles
6 PM
clear sky
68°F
Feels: 64°F 24 mph (Gusts: 35) 9% 6.2 miles
9 PM
clear sky
67°F
Feels: 64°F 30 mph (Gusts: 42) 8% 6.2 miles
Average 48°F
High 62°F
Low 36°F
Wind Up to 24 mph
Humidity 41%
Sunrise 1:21 PM
Sunset 12:46 AM
12 AM
clear sky
62°F
Feels: 59°F 24 mph (Gusts: 29) 10% 6.2 miles
3 AM
clear sky
55°F
Feels: 51°F 23 mph (Gusts: 38) 15% 6.2 miles
6 AM
clear sky
47°F
Feels: 44°F 6 mph (Gusts: 11) 30% 6.2 miles
9 AM
clear sky
38°F
Feels: 29°F 13 mph (Gusts: 23) 75% 6.2 miles
12 PM
clear sky
36°F
Feels: 27°F 15 mph (Gusts: 25) 75% 6.2 miles

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