Pennsylvania – Wind sweeps across ridgelines and valleys this morning, pushing mist and low clouds through Centre County as a sharp change in weather unfolds. The air feels damp and unsettled now, but colder conditions are lining up fast as the final week of 2025 begins.
According to the National Weather Service in State College, a Wind Advisory is in effect from Monday morning through midday Tuesday. West winds of 15 to 25 mph will gust as high as 55 mph at times, especially across exposed terrain in central Pennsylvania. Unsecured objects may blow around, and a few power outages are possible.
State College, Bellefonte, Lewistown, Huntingdon, and surrounding communities could see brief rain showers early today mix with snow showers as temperatures fall. Travel along I-99, US-322, and Route 26 may become slick at times, particularly late this afternoon and tonight as colder air deepens.
Temperatures drop from the mid-30s this morning into the upper 20s by afternoon. Any moisture left on roads may freeze quickly after sunset, increasing the risk of black ice. Drivers should slow down on bridges, ramps, and shaded stretches where freezing happens first.
Snow showers remain in play Tuesday night into Wednesday, with light accumulations possible. While totals look minor, repeated bursts of snow combined with gusty winds could briefly reduce visibility. New Year’s Eve trends colder but quieter, while New Year’s Day 2026 looks dry and cold, with highs near the low 20s.
This setup reflects a broader winter pattern across the Northeast as Arctic air presses east. Secure outdoor items, plan extra travel time, and prepare vehicles for winter driving. Heading out today or later this week? What conditions are you seeing where you are?
Five-Day Outlook for State College, Pennsylvania
Monday: Windy, rain changing to snow showers, high near 45 falling to the 20s
Tuesday: Breezy, mostly cloudy, high near 27
Wednesday: Snow showers possible, high near 32
Thursday (New Year’s Day): Partly sunny, cold, high near 22
Friday: Mostly cloudy, high near 26
