State College, PA – Rain returns to Central Pennsylvania Thursday morning, and drivers along U.S. Route 322 should prepare for slick roads and reduced visibility. A second wave of wet weather is likely Friday evening, possibly with thunderstorms, prompting a weather alert for late-week travel.
According to the National Weather Service in State College, a slight chance of rain exists before 8 a.m. Thursday, followed by scattered showers after noon. Skies will remain mostly cloudy, with a high near 74°F and light east winds shifting southwest later in the day. Friday brings more concern, as a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms moves in after 5 p.m., with gusts and localized downpours possible into the evening.
While no major flooding or storm warnings are currently active, residents should monitor updates and avoid travel during downpours. Friday night’s low holds near 54°F, keeping roads wet and visibility low into early Saturday.
The weekend shifts toward calmer conditions. Saturday brings partly cloudy skies and a high of 68°F, with no rain expected. Sunshine returns Sunday and Monday, with highs in the low to mid-70s—ideal for early Summer outings.
5-Day Outlook:
- Thursday: Morning and afternoon showers; high 74°F
- Friday: Late-day storms possible; high 73°F
- Saturday: Partly cloudy and mild; high 68°F
- Sunday: Sunny and warm; high 69°F
- Monday: Mostly sunny; high near 74°F
