State College, PA – Warm spring temperatures will persist across central Pennsylvania this week, bringing sunshine before showers return by the weekend. Highs will climb into the upper 60s on Wednesday before a cooling trend sets in.
According to the National Weather Service, Wednesday will be partly sunny, with a high of 67°F and light winds. Overnight, temperatures will drop to 39°F under partly cloudy skies. Thursday will remain mild, with a high near 61°F and a light southeast breeze.
By Friday, partly sunny skies will keep highs around 60°F, but cloud cover will increase Friday night, signaling a shift in the weather pattern. Rain chances rise on Saturday, with scattered showers expected throughout the day. The high will reach 64°F, with a 50% chance of precipitation.
Looking ahead to Sunday, heavier showers could move into the region, with an 80% chance of rain overnight. Temperatures will stay in the mid-60s during the day before dipping into the low 40s overnight. Monday will see a return to drier conditions, with mostly sunny skies and a high of 50°F.
Travelers should be prepared for changing conditions, especially late in the week. Those planning outdoor activities should take advantage of the sunny midweek weather before showers arrive this weekend.