Pennsylvania – Low clouds hang heavy this morning across Centre County, blurring ridgelines and softening headlights as commuters head out. Patchy fog reduces visibility early, and while conditions brighten briefly, a wetter and colder pattern quickly takes control heading into the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in State College, fog lingers through the morning hours before giving way to partial sunshine. Conditions stay calm early, but clouds thicken again as moisture increases. Rain develops later, becoming more consistent into Friday and Saturday.
Showers arrive Friday afternoon and continue into the evening, keeping roads damp across Route 322, Route 26, and local campus streets. Temperatures rise into the low 50s, mild for January, but the warmth does not last. Rain tapers Friday night, though wet pavement remains a concern after dark.
Saturday brings another round of showers with cooler air pressing in. Highs drop into the mid-40s. By Saturday night, temperatures fall into the mid-30s, setting the stage for a changeover risk. Any lingering moisture could refreeze, especially on bridges and shaded stretches.
Sunday delivers the most notable winter signal. Rain may mix with snow during the morning before tapering later in the day. While significant accumulation is not expected, even light snow or slush could create slick travel conditions. Highs stay near 39, with colder air settling in Sunday night.
Looking ahead, Monday turns drier but colder, with highs near 35 and frosty mornings continuing into early next week. Winter remains active, and additional systems are possible.
Slow down in fog this morning, plan extra time for wet roads later today, and stay alert for slick spots this weekend. Seeing fog, rain, or flakes where you are? Share what conditions look like near you.
Five-Day Outlook for State College, Pennsylvania
• Today: Fog early, then partly sunny, high near 47.
• Friday: Showers likely, high near 52.
• Saturday: Showers, cooler, high near 46.
• Sunday: Chance of rain and snow, high near 39.
• Monday: Mostly sunny, colder, high near 35.
