State College, PA – Drivers in central Pennsylvania should plan for slick roads and possible thunderstorms starting Saturday afternoon, with multiple rounds of rain expected into early next week.
According to the National Weather Service in State College, a line of showers will develop Saturday afternoon, with a chance of thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Gusty southwest winds may reach up to 25 mph. Storms could bring locally heavier downpours, especially in areas near U.S. Route 322 and Route 26. Residents are urged to avoid flooded roads and delay outdoor plans until the system clears.
The wet weather pattern continues into Saturday night with more showers likely before 9 p.m., followed by another round between 9 p.m. and 2 a.m. Sunday. While Sunday itself looks drier and partly sunny, don’t pack away the umbrellas yet—Monday brings another chance of afternoon showers, followed by a 60% chance of rain Monday night.
Rain and cloud cover should clear by Tuesday afternoon, leaving State College mostly sunny with a high near 68°F.
5-Day Spring Weather Outlook for State College:
- Saturday: High 79°F, showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m., breezy.
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high near 64°F.
- Monday: High 67°F, 40% chance of rain after 2 p.m.
- Monday Night: Showers likely (60%), low 53°F.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 68°F; clearing continues into Wednesday.
