State College, PA – Afternoon storms could roll through Centre County Tuesday, bringing the potential for brief downpours and lightning that could disrupt travel and outdoor plans. The National Weather Service warns that the highest chance of thunderstorms will develop after 2 p.m., with another round possible overnight into early Wednesday.
According to the National Weather Service, Tuesday’s storm chance sits at 20% during the day, increasing to 40% by evening. Areas most likely to be impacted include downtown State College, U.S. Route 322, and nearby neighborhoods in Bellefonte and Boalsburg. While severe weather isn’t guaranteed, lightning and heavy rain could create delays for the afternoon commute and impact late-day practices or events at Penn State.
Storm chances grow significantly Wednesday, with a 70% likelihood of showers and thunderstorms, especially after 2 p.m. Residents should be prepared for locally heavy rainfall and brief gusty winds. If you have outdoor plans Tuesday afternoon or evening, keep a close eye on the sky and move indoors at the first sign of thunder.
Five Day State College, PA Forecast:
- Monday: Sunny, high 87°F, low 66°F
- Tuesday: Slight chance of thunderstorms after 2 p.m., high 90°F, low 68°F
- Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, high 89°F, low 66°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 86°F, low 61°F
- Friday: Sunny, high 88°F, low 63°F
