State College, PA – Heavy rain and gusty winds will roll into central Pennsylvania Thursday afternoon, creating slippery roads and possible travel delays through Friday.
According to the National Weather Service in State College, a series of showers and thunderstorms will develop between 2 and 8 p.m. Thursday, followed by more steady rainfall into Friday. Winds may gust up to 24 mph along major routes including US-322 and Route 26, increasing the risk for downed branches and poor visibility during evening travel. Precipitation chances peak at 70% Thursday night, with new rainfall totals between a tenth and quarter of an inch—higher in thunderstorms.
Friday remains stormy, with additional rounds of rain and thunder expected before 2 p.m. Temperatures will rise to the upper 70s before showers taper off into the evening. Localized street flooding and slick pavement may impact school pickups, rural commutes, and ongoing spring events.
Weekend conditions stay unsettled. Saturday looks soggy, with an 80% chance of rain and highs in the mid-60s. Showers may linger into Saturday night, but Sunday could offer a brief dry break, though there’s still a 30% chance of showers.
5-Day Spring Outlook for State College:
- Thursday: Thunderstorms after 2 p.m., high near 76°F
- Friday: Showers likely, high near 78°F
- Saturday: Rain likely, breezy, high near 66°F
- Sunday: Isolated showers, partly sunny, high near 65°F
- Monday: Showers possible, high near 68°F
