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Pennsylvania Weather Alert: State College, PA Snow Nov 11-15
PENNSYLVANIA — Wet pavement could give way to a few snowflakes across State College as a powerful November weather system brings colder air into central Pennsylvania. Temperatures could tumble from 62
By Paige Sullivan · 2026-11-11T10:53:59.014Z
PENNSYLVANIA — Wet pavement could give way to a few snowflakes across State College as a powerful November weather system brings colder air into central Pennsylvania. Temperatures could tumble from 62 degrees Wednesday to 29 degrees by Saturday morning, introducing a 33 degree contrast and renewed concerns about freezing conditions.
According to the National Weather Service in State College, widespread rain arrives Thursday before a rain snow mix becomes possible Thursday night into Friday morning.
The Weather Prediction Center reports that an unusually strong surge of polar air will spread across the eastern United States late this week.
Wednesday Warmth Comes Before Widespread Rain State College could reach 62 degrees Wednesday, offering residents a relatively mild November afternoon.
Partly sunny skies will gradually give way to increasing clouds as the approaching weather system strengthens.
Rain chances rise to 50% Wednesday evening, with showers possible before midnight and again after 2 a.m.
Temperatures fall toward 43 degrees by Thursday morning.
Thursday Brings 90% Rain Chances Thursday delivers the wettest conditions of the five day outlook, with rain chances reaching 90%.
Temperatures reach approximately 53 degrees before colder air begins spreading across Centre County.
Rainfall amounts between one tenth and one quarter inch are possible.
Drivers traveling I 99, US 322 and Route 26 should prepare for wet pavement and reduced visibility during steadier rainfall.
Thursday Night Into Friday: Snowflakes Enter the Picture The biggest change arrives Thursday evening as temperatures fall toward 32 degrees.
Rain could mix with snow between 10 p.m. Thursday and 4 a.m. Friday.
A slight chance of snow showers continues after 4 a.m.
Precipitation chances stand near 30%, with little additional precipitation expected.
Friday brings a 20% chance of snow showers mixing with rain before 7 a.m.
Northwest winds could gust to 25 mph, making the 44 degree afternoon feel noticeably colder.
Although accumulating snow is not currently forecast, drivers should monitor temperatures around freezing, particularly on bridges and elevated roadways.
Saturday and Sunday: Freezing Mornings Continue Saturday brings partly sunny skies and highs near 45 degrees following Friday evening lows around 29 degrees.
Sunday improves slightly, with partly sunny skies and highs near 48 degrees.
However, temperatures could fall toward 30 degrees Sunday morning, keeping frost and freezing conditions possible.
Residents should protect sensitive plants and prepare vehicles for colder morning starts.
State College Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 11 15 Wednesday, Nov. 11: High 62°. Partly sunny. Evening rain chance 50%. Low 43°. Thursday, Nov. 12: High 53°. Rain, 90% chance. Rain snow mix possible Thursday night, 30%. Low 32°. Friday, Nov. 13: High 44°. Slight chance of early rain snow showers, 20%. Gusts to 25 mph. Low 29°. Saturday, Nov. 14: High 45°. Partly sunny. Low 30°. Sunday, Nov. 15: High 48°. Partly sunny. Low 28°. Looking ahead, Monday reaches approximately 49 degrees, while Tuesday could climb to 50 degrees.
For now, State College residents should prepare for a wet Thursday, possible early Friday snowflakes and several freezing mornings.
Are you ready to see the first November snowflakes around State College, or are you hoping warmer fall weather sticks around?