State College, Pa. – Don’t let Friday afternoon catch you off guard. Severe thunderstorms are poised to roll into central Pennsylvania, bringing dangerous wind gusts and torrential rain that could disrupt travel and weekend plans.
According to the National Weather Service in State College, a Heat Advisory remains in effect until 8 p.m. Wednesday, but attention now turns to a new hazard: strong to potentially severe storms forecast to develop Friday, especially after 2 p.m., along corridors like Route 322 and surrounding counties.
Scattered showers and thunderstorms will continue into Friday evening and likely linger through early next week. Storms will be capable of producing strong wind gusts and localized flooding, particularly in low-lying areas. Rainfall totals may exceed one inch in some spots. Residents should stay weather-aware and avoid travel during active storms.
Weekend conditions remain unsettled. Saturday brings another round of showers, most likely after 11 a.m., with a chance of isolated thunderstorms. Sunday offers a brief break, but more storms are expected to return Monday evening.
⚠️ Safety Tip: Secure outdoor objects and delay travel during heavy downpours. Flooded roadways are especially dangerous after dark. Keep your NOAA Weather Radio or weather apps handy for real-time alerts.
More thunderstorms are likely through Tuesday, making this one of the stormiest stretches of summer so far.
🔍 Five-Day Forecast (June 26 – July 1):
- Thursday: Showers & storms after 11 a.m. | High: 88°F | Low: 68°F
- Friday: Showers, storms likely after 2 p.m. | High: 76°F | Low: 68°F
- Saturday: Rain & storms after 11 a.m. | High: 86°F | Low: 68°F
- Sunday: Partly sunny with isolated showers | High: 86°F | Low: 66°F
- Monday: Storms return after 8 p.m. | High: 87°F | Low: 70°F
