State College, PA – A calm, cool start to the week hides what’s ahead for central Pennsylvania — a stretch of shifting skies, falling temperatures, and a Thanksgiving week reminder that winter is near. Sunshine fills the valleys early today, but clouds will creep in, and by Tuesday, rain returns across much of the region.
According to the National Weather Service in State College, showers develop by Tuesday afternoon, becoming steady through the evening. Areas along I-80 and U.S. Route 322 could see reduced visibility and slick roads as early travelers hit the highways. Gusts may reach 25 mph by Wednesday, adding a breezy, unsettled feel before colder air rushes in behind a passing front.
Thanksgiving Day itself looks mostly cloudy but dry, with highs around 36°F and a noticeable chill in the air. Still, Thursday’s break in precipitation will be brief. Forecasters expect snow showers to return late Thursday night into Friday, bringing light accumulation across higher terrain from Centre to Clinton counties.
The weekend remains cold, with scattered flurries and highs hovering near the mid-30s — perfect for early holiday decorating or those late leaf cleanups.
5-Day Outlook:
- Tuesday: Rain developing, 48°F.
- Wednesday: Showers, breezy, 60°F.
- Thanksgiving Day: Cloudy, 36°F.
- Friday: Snow showers, 35°F.
- Saturday–Sunday: Cold, scattered flurries, highs mid-30s.
