Pennsylvania – Sharp wind cuts across bare hillsides, cheeks sting within minutes, and winter tightens its grip on central Pennsylvania as the day unfolds. What looks calm can turn dangerous fast, especially after sunset.
According to the National Weather Service in State College, a Cold Weather Advisory takes effect this evening and lasts through Tuesday midday. Wind chills between 10 and 20 degrees below zero are expected across Centre, Blair, Bedford, and surrounding counties. Gusts from the west-southwest reach 35 to 40 mph at times, making the cold feel even harsher.
State College sits near the center of the cold core. Temperatures hover in the teens today, then slide into the single digits tonight. Roads may stay mostly dry early, but blowing snow showers this afternoon could briefly reduce visibility on Route 322 and nearby mountain roads. After dark, flash freezing becomes the bigger threat as any melted snow refreezes quickly.
Conditions improve slowly Tuesday with sunshine, though highs remain stuck in the teens. By Wednesday, a modest warm-up arrives, pushing afternoon temperatures into the low 30s. That rebound brings a chance for snow showers during the day and again Wednesday night, especially along the ridges. Travel impacts look minor for now, but timing could matter during the afternoon commute.
Late week turns quieter. Thursday brings partial sunshine and highs near the mid-30s before colder air edges back in Friday. Looking ahead, NOAA’s 6–10 day outlook hints at near-normal precipitation and fluctuating temperatures, meaning winter remains active but changeable.
Dress in layers, cover exposed skin, and limit time outdoors tonight. Check on neighbors, and keep pets inside. How cold did it feel where you are today?
Five Day Weather Outlook for State College, Pennsylvania
• Today (MLK Day): Breezy, cold, high near 27°F
• Tuesday: Mostly sunny, bitter cold, high near 17°F
• Wednesday: Chance of snow showers, high near 32°F
• Thursday: Partly sunny, milder, high near 36°F
• Friday: Partly sunny, colder again, high near 24°F
