Pennsylvania – Sunshine and mild air feel comfortable now, but clouds will thicken quickly as a wetter, colder pattern lines up for the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in State College, rain chances increase Saturday afternoon, with showers and thunderstorms becoming more widespread into the evening and night. Rainfall totals could reach up to half an inch in some areas, especially during heavier downpours late in the day .
State College will warm to near 75°F today under mostly sunny skies, followed by a milder night. Saturday turns warmer, pushing near 79°F before conditions shift. Showers begin developing after mid-afternoon, with storms becoming more likely into the evening. Roads along US-322 and I-99 may turn slick as rain moves in, reducing visibility during heavier bursts.
By Sunday, the pattern flips. Showers linger through much of the day, with highs struggling to reach 50°F. A steady northwest breeze adds a brisk feel, especially in open areas across Centre County. Plan for wet conditions and cooler air if heading outdoors.
Sunday night brings a sharper drop, with temperatures falling to around 32°F. That raises concerns for frost development into early Monday morning. Gardeners should take precautions to protect early-season plants.
Early next week trends drier, with sunshine returning Monday and highs in the 40s, followed by a gradual warm-up into the 60s by Tuesday.
Five Day Outlook for State College, Pennsylvania:
Saturday: Showers and storms, high 79°F, 50% increasing to 90%
Sunday: Showers likely, high 50°F
Monday: Mostly sunny, high 46°F
Tuesday: Sunny, high 61°F
Wednesday: Chance of showers, high 69°F
