State College, Pa. – Families planning Labor Day cookouts or road trips across central Pennsylvania will enjoy near-perfect weather Monday, with sunshine and cooler air setting the tone for the start of September. Drivers on I-99 and Route 322 can expect smooth conditions with no weather-related delays through the holiday, a welcome change for travelers.
According to the National Weather Service in State College, Labor Day will stay mostly sunny with highs around 78°F and light afternoon breezes. Evening conditions turn comfortable, with partly cloudy skies and lows near 52°F. Authorities urge travelers to stay alert for changing conditions later this week as rain chances climb by Wednesday night.
The week begins dry and mild. Tuesday brings another mostly sunny day with highs near 77°F, perfect for outdoor plans or campus activities as Penn State students return to class. By Wednesday, clouds build and the first signs of unsettled weather appear, with showers expected after midnight and continuing into Thursday.
Midweek commuters should prepare for slower travel Thursday morning as rain and possible thunderstorms spread across Centre County. Afternoon highs will remain seasonable near 78°F, but wet pavement and reduced visibility may affect local roads.
Looking toward the weekend, drier air returns. Friday should bring partial clearing with only a 40% chance of lingering showers before skies turn mostly sunny again on Saturday.
Residents can count on pleasant conditions for holiday plans but should remain cautious later this week when rainfall increases. Weather alerts may be issued if storms intensify by Thursday.
Five Day Forecast for State College, PA
- Monday (Labor Day): Mostly sunny, high 78°F, low 52°F.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 77°F, low 53°F.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 79°F, low 57°F. Showers late.
- Thursday: Showers and possible thunderstorms, high 78°F, low 55°F.
- Friday: Chance of showers, partly sunny, high 71°F, low 50°F.
