Pennsylvania – The cold feels sharp and dry this morning as frost clings to railings and breath hangs in the air. Winter maintains a firm grip across central Pennsylvania, with little warmth to be found early.
According to the National Weather Service in State College, temperatures hover near 23 degrees early today, with northwest winds pushing wind chills into the teens. Clouds thin as the morning goes on, allowing sunshine to break through later, though highs only reach the mid-20s. Pavement stays cold, keeping untreated surfaces slick in shaded areas.
Tonight turns even colder. Skies stay partly cloudy, and temperatures plunge near 4 degrees. Any moisture left on roads or sidewalks refreezes quickly, setting up flash-freeze concerns for early travel.
Thursday offers a brief break. Sunshine dominates, and highs rebound to the mid-20s with light winds. Conditions feel calmer, but the quiet does not last long. Clouds return Thursday night as the next system approaches.
Snow showers become likely Friday afternoon. While totals remain light, generally under an inch, timing matters. Snow falling during daylight hours can reduce visibility quickly on Route 322, Route 26, and campus-area roads. Calm winds early shift southwest, then colder air rushes back in behind the system.
Friday night brings another temperature drop. Lows fall into the single digits, and any melted snow refreezes fast. Saturday turns blustery and colder, with highs struggling into the mid-teens despite sunshine. Wind chills make it feel harsher, especially in open areas.
The weekend stays cold but quieter. Saturday night dips below zero, followed by a partly sunny Sunday near 19 degrees. Looking ahead, early next week shows gradual improvement, with temperatures climbing back toward the upper 20s and 30s by Tuesday.
Plan layers, allow extra travel time Friday, and watch for refreezing after sunset. How cold did it feel stepping outside this morning?
Five-Day Outlook for State College, Pennsylvania
- Today: Becoming sunny; high near 26
- Thursday: Mostly sunny; high near 26
- Friday: Snow showers likely; high near 28
- Saturday: Mostly sunny and blustery; high near 16
- Sunday: Partly sunny; high near 19
