State College, Pa. – Heat builds across central Pennsylvania Wednesday, with State College climbing to 87°F before storms begin rolling through by Thursday afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in State College, a sunny and dry Wednesday gives way to increasing instability. Showers and thunderstorms are expected after 2 p.m. Thursday, with potential for downpours along U.S. Route 322 and I-99 during the afternoon commute. Though severe weather is not guaranteed, localized rainfall and lightning could disrupt outdoor plans.
Wednesday will be the hottest day of the week, with mostly calm wind conditions early before shifting south at 5 to 7 mph. Overnight lows will remain mild, in the low 60s, offering little overnight cooling. Travelers and residents should stay hydrated and limit strenuous activity during peak afternoon heat.
By Thursday night, the rain risk increases, with showers likely and the possibility of a thunderstorm continuing into Friday. Commuters should be cautious on wet roads and avoid flooded low-lying areas.
Rain continues Friday with a 70% chance of showers and storms between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m., followed by cloudy skies into the evening. The weekend starts cooler and wetter than average, with highs near 74°F Saturday and showers likely again by early afternoon.
More rounds of rain could follow Sunday, making this an unsettled stretch for central Pennsylvania.
⚠️ Next Update: Watch for new alerts Thursday morning as thunderstorm chances increase.
🗓 Five-Day Outlook for State College, PA (June 3–7):
- Tuesday: Sunny, widespread haze, high near 80°F
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 87°F
- Thursday: Partly sunny, chance of storms after 2 p.m., high 86°F
- Friday: Showers/storms likely before 2 p.m., high 80°F
- Saturday: Showers likely by 2 p.m., high near 74°F
