State College, PA – Sunny skies and rising weekend temps in central Pennsylvania won’t last long — by Monday, storms roll back into State College.
According to the National Weather Service in State College, strong sunshine and calm conditions will dominate Saturday and Sunday, with highs reaching 87°F today and soaring to 91°F on Sunday. However, that summer stability breaks down Monday after 2 p.m. when scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop across Centre County. The threat will linger into Monday night with a 30% chance of storms and localized rainfall.
Travelers along US-322 and I-99 should remain alert for slick roads and reduced visibility Monday afternoon and evening. Outdoor plans for Monday — including barbecues or late-day outings — may be disrupted. Residents are encouraged to charge devices and monitor alerts in case stronger cells develop.
Sunday brings another hot, mostly sunny day, though winds could begin shifting ahead of the next system. Rain chances increase again Tuesday and Wednesday, keeping the pattern unsettled as we move deeper into July.
Looking ahead:
- Saturday (July 5): Sunny, high near 87°F.
- Sunday: Hot and mostly sunny, high of 91°F.
- Monday: Chance of thunderstorms after 2 p.m., high 89°F.
- Tuesday: More storms possible after 2 p.m., high near 86°F.
- Wednesday: Scattered storms, high of 86°F, low 66°F.
