State College, Pennsylvania – Motorists across Pennsylvania should brace for a stormy Friday as strong to severe thunderstorms target central counties, including Centre, Blair, and Clearfield. Dangerous wind gusts, brief heavy rain, and small hail could create travel risks, especially along Route 15 and surrounding rural highways.
According to the National Weather Service in State College, thunderstorms are likely Friday afternoon and evening, with the strongest storms developing after 5 p.m. A secondary wave of severe weather could arrive late tonight into early Saturday as a bowing line of storms pushes east from the Ohio Valley.
Local impacts may include temporary power outages, water ponding on roads, and low visibility from heavy rain. Areas of fog early Friday morning and again Saturday could compound hazards. Winds may gust up to 22 mph Saturday. Residents are urged to avoid non-essential travel during peak storm hours and secure outdoor items.
Saturday brings another round of storms, especially east of Route 15, with showers and thunderstorms likely by mid-afternoon. Rain may be heavy at times, accompanied by lightning and wind gusts.
🌤 5-Day Spring Forecast for State College, PA:
- Saturday: Showers and storms, high 78°F
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high 67°F
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 70°F
- Tuesday: Chance of showers, high 47°F
- Wednesday: Showers likely, high 62°F
