State College, PA – Wet flakes swirl across headlights this morning as central Pennsylvania wakes to its first measurable snow of December. Roads glisten under a thin layer of slush that may refreeze by midday, leaving slick spots on untreated surfaces and bridges. Motorists should reduce speed and give extra braking distance on the morning drive.
According to the National Weather Service in State College, up to 1 inch of wet snow could fall across portions of Centre, Blair, and Mifflin Counties today before temperatures dip again tonight. As cold air deepens, any moisture on roads or sidewalks may quickly freeze — a common mid-December hazard known as flash freezing.
Looking ahead, the weather turns more winterlike by Thursday, with brisk winds gusting to 45 mph and scattered snow showers across the region. Short bursts of heavier snow could create brief whiteouts on highways like I-80 and Route 322, especially during the afternoon commute.
By the weekend, colder Arctic air will push south, bringing lows near 15°F and wind chills approaching zero. A few more light snow events are possible Friday night through Sunday as Great Lakes moisture feeds into the area.
Five-Day Outlook (State College, PA):
- Thursday: Breezy, scattered snow showers, high 28°F.
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, chance of snow, high 31°F.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, colder, high 24°F.
- Sunday: Mostly clear, high 26°F, low near 14°F.
- Monday: Partly sunny, seasonably cold, high 32°F.
