State College, PA – Rain glistens on College Avenue this morning as umbrellas tilt against a steady northeast breeze. Damp leaves plaster sidewalks and windshields, a sure sign that late fall has arrived across central Pennsylvania.
According to the National Weather Service in State College, steady rain will continue through this morning, with gusts up to 25 mph and temperatures in the low 50s. Lighter showers may linger into Friday as winds turn westerly, keeping conditions breezy but drier. Commuters on Route 322 and I-99 should plan for slick roads early and brief low visibility through midday.
By Saturday, skies begin to clear, setting up a brighter and cooler stretch. Highs hover near 53°F, with nighttime lows dipping into the mid-30s — cold enough for patchy frost in valleys and rural areas. Sunday follows with sunshine and light winds, offering a brief calm before the next pattern shift.
Looking into early November, long-range models hint at a colder system tracking into the Northeast, bringing the first realistic snow potential between November 10 and 20. Northern counties and higher elevations could see early flakes if temperatures drop faster than expected.
Residents should take advantage of the weekend lull to finish yard cleanup, check gutters, and prepare vehicles for the seasonal chill. The transition toward Pennsylvania’s early winter appears to be taking shape right on schedule.
