State College, Pa. – A stretch of sunny skies and warming temps kicks off the new workweek across central Pennsylvania, but residents should brace for a hot and stormy turn by Friday. Monday, July 21 starts mild and dry, with highs reaching 81°F in State College and light northwest winds offering little relief from the summer heat.
According to the National Weather Service, Monday will stay sunny through the afternoon before clear skies continue into Monday night with a low near 54°F. The region remains dry through midweek, with highs climbing slightly to 84°F by Wednesday. Tuesday and Wednesday both stay mostly sunny with minimal cloud cover, offering a window for outdoor activity—but heat safety remains critical.
Daytime temperatures will rise sharply by Thursday and Friday, with Thursday peaking at 92°F under partly cloudy skies. The heat will hold into Friday before the first chance of thunderstorms returns Friday night. NWS says there’s a 40% chance of showers and storms Friday evening, continuing into Saturday afternoon, where highs will hover near 90°F.
Hydration and sun protection are essential this week, especially Thursday and Friday when the heat index may push higher. Consider limiting strenuous outdoor activities during peak afternoon hours.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for State College, Pa.:
- Monday, July 21: Sunny, high 81°F, low 54°F
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 79°F, low 57°F
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 84°F, low 64°F
- Thursday: Partly cloudy, hot, high 92°F, low 70°F
- Friday: Chance of PM storms, high 90°F, low 70°F
- Saturday: Scattered storms, high near 90°F
More storm updates and advisories could follow by Thursday—stay tuned.
