State College, PA – A cold and blustery weekend is ahead for central Pennsylvania, with snow showers and strong wind gusts expected Saturday. Residents should prepare for slick roads and rapidly changing conditions as the system moves through the region.
According to the National Weather Service, snow showers are likely on Saturday, with a high near 38°F. Winds from the west will range from 11 to 18 mph, with gusts reaching 29 mph. New snow accumulation is expected to be minimal, with less than half an inch possible.
Saturday night will see lingering snow showers before midnight, with temperatures dropping to a low of 15°F. Winds will shift to the northwest at 11 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Travelers should exercise caution on untreated roads, as icy patches may develop overnight.
Sunday will be mostly sunny but cold, with a high near 29°F. By Sunday night, temperatures will plummet to 14°F under partly cloudy skies. The start of the workweek will bring some relief, with sunny conditions Monday and a high of 39°F.
Looking ahead, rain showers return Tuesday night, followed by a likely wet and chilly Wednesday, with rain and snow possible. Highs midweek will climb to 57°F before cooling again.
Residents should monitor local forecasts and prepare for changing conditions.
