State College, PA – Central Pennsylvania residents should prepare for chilly mornings and possible patchy frost heading into Friday, October 3. Clear skies and calm winds could bring frost to colder valleys, according to the National Weather Service.
With temperatures dipping into the mid-30s Friday morning, gardeners and homeowners may want to cover plants or bring pots inside. Friday’s sunshine will quickly warm conditions, with highs rebounding near the upper 60s. Families planning early Halloween decorating can expect cool mornings but mostly sunny afternoons through the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in State College, the chance of widespread hazardous weather remains low. However, sensitive crops and outdoor plants could be at risk Friday morning. Patchy frost is most likely in rural valleys across Centre, Clinton, Lycoming, and northern counties.
By Friday afternoon, sunshine dominates with highs near 68°F. Saturday brings similar conditions—sunny skies and highs near 78°F—ideal for outdoor activities, football games, or pumpkin patch visits. Areas of fog may form early each morning but should clear quickly.
Looking ahead, Sunday stays bright with highs again in the upper 70s. Monday continues dry and mild, with another high near 80°F. The next chance of rain arrives Tuesday, October 7, with scattered showers possible by afternoon.
5-Day Forecast Snapshot:
- Thursday: Sunny, high 68°F.
- Friday: Patchy frost early, sunny later, high 68°F.
- Saturday: Fog early, then sunny, high 78°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 78°F.
- Monday: Sunny, high 80°F.
