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Temperatures Rising Once Again

The past 24 hours have seen times of sun and clouds, with temperatures returning from cooler back up to more seasonable average. The region saw some scattered showers this morning, followed by clearing later this morning.

As we head throughout the rest of the day today, the Commonwealth should expect more warming temperatures to above seasonal averages. We’re also expecting mostly to partly sunny skies to continue as we head throughout the rest of the day and into tomorrow.

Looking ahead, temperatures will continue to remain considerably above average for the rest of the week, with isolated showers possible on Thursday and Friday. As for the weekend, the region should expect more sustained rain possibly followed by cooler temperatures to start the weekend.

Warmup Expected This Week

Over the weekend, we experienced a large temperature drop. Highs throughout the Commonwealth reached nearly 80 degrees on Saturday, with temperatures hovering around 60 degrees for highs on Sunday after a cold front moved through. On Monday, we experienced very below average temperatures, with highs around the Commonwealth only reaching the mid 40s. Even some snow showers occurred in the Northwestern portion of Pennsylvania.

Today we should see temperatures warm up to the high 50s and low 60s, so slightly closer to average compared to the past couple days. Clouds should build throughout the area today with rain showers expected in the overnight hours.

Later in the week, temperatures will build as a ridge starts to move in throughout the Eastern US. Highs Wednesday through Friday will reach the low-to-mid 70s, with dry conditions expected. Over the weekend, temperatures will decrease and rain will move in during the overnight hours on Friday and throughout the day on Saturday.

Cold Conditions Start the Week

Winter has returned to the Commonwealth for a brief period early this week, with temperatures 15 to 20 degrees below average across much of the state. These frosty conditions arrived behind a cold front this weekend, which created a large swing in temperatures from well above average at the end of last week to well below average now. Temperatures could even dip below freezing in some areas of PA tonight bringing about a chance of snow flurries.

Conditions start to return to average as the week progresses. A low pressure system will pass through the state on Tuesday evening, bringing light rain showers. After this system passes, we shouldn’t see any additional precipitation until Friday evening.

Above Average End To The Week

Temperatures this past week have been up up up! As high as 20 degrees above the average for this time of year in State College, with temps in Philly soaring above the 90 degree mark. The warmth did not arrive with precipitation however, with showers plaguing the Commonwealth along with severe weather. Several severe thunderstorm warnings were issued by area NWS offices and tagged with considerable damage from hail.

This weekend will take a turn for the cold as temperatures head back down to Earth just in time for Earth Day next week. Rain will arrive early Sunday morning here in Happy Valley and bring the chance for a few rumbles of thunder.

The cold front on Sunday will be the main driver of cool conditions for the start of next week. Temps will shift several degrees below average, which is around 60; a stark contrast from the theme of this past week.

A Brief Taste of Summer

Tuesday was a warm, but unsettled day across the Commonwealth, with strong thunderstorms across the northern tier of the state. Regions that did not see these storms ended up with a gorgeous day, with plentiful sunshine and temperatures in the high 70s and 80s. It was a humid day, with dew points in the 50s and 60s, and more of the same is on the way.

Wednesday brings record challenging heat to the Commonwealth, with widespread 80s and 90s for all expect the Lake Erie lakeshore. Multiple reporting sites could break daily records for high temperatures. Dew points remain high, and strong to severe storms are possible in Western PA this evening, with widespread showers and downpours for the majority of the state tonight.

The rest of the week remains above average for temperatures, but not as warm as Wednesday, with temperatures hovering in the high 70s and low 80s through Saturday. A cold front will swing through the Commonwealth on Sunday, dropping temperatures back to near average for this time of the year.

Summer-Like Conditions

As April continues, temperatures were mild throughout the past weekend. Monday saw summer-like conditions with scattered thunderstorms in the evening.

Tuesday will bring significantly above average temperatures in the upper 70s to low 80s, with chances of thunderstorms heading into the evening. Expect conditions to remain mostly dry and mild overnight.

Throughout the week a similar pattern will continue with summer-like daytime highs and mild evenings, with chances of scattered showers and thunderstorms. Heading into the weekend expect it to start off very warm, with a cold front blowing through the Commonwealth on Sunday, which will bring cooler temperatures.

Forget Spring, Summer has Sprung!

Forget spring, summer has sprung, with temperatures across the Commonwealth between 10 and 20 degrees above average. These temperatures will persist throughout the week, bringing about our first period of extended warmth for the year.

With this heat comes a summer-like storm pattern. Slight chances of rain will be present across the state every day this week. On Tuesday and Wednesday there will be a possibility of isolated thunderstorms.

Sunshine will briefly return on Friday, before another round of showers over the weekend. Temperatures will finally return closer to average on Sunday, feeling more like April than the rest of the week.

Temperature Rollercoaster with A Warmer Weekend

The start of this week, State College experienced milder conditions in the low 70s. However, temperature plunged on Wednesday with a low of 23 degrees with faster winds. Conditions shifted from mild to cold with mostly clear skies.

Today, expect temperatures to start warming back up to the high 60s and low 70s by this afternoon. Conditions will be noticeably warmer today than yesterday’s. There is a chance of rain in the early evening, expected to continue into the night.

This weekend, warmer conditions persist in the low to mid 60s, with partly cloudy skies and low chance of precipitation both Saturday and Sunday. Winds light and variable throughout. Next week, we can expect temperatures to exceed average in the low 80s with a chance of light rain.

Warm Up on the Way!

A cold front from last weekend caused below average temperatures but relatively clear skies. After the rainy weather on Saturday, there has been no precipitation. High pressure has been settling in the past few days.

Clear skies dominating for most of today and temperatures on the rise. Cooler conditions will remain for the morning but expect temperatures to climb above the 60s. High pressure will still remain throughout the day.

On Friday there is a slight chance of rain and temperatures will once again fall from the passing cold front. On Monday and Tuesday temperatures will rise to warm and spring-like temperatures. Both Monday and Tuesday have chances of some isolated showers.

Late Week Warmup Expected

Over the weekend, summer-like temperatures were well above average, and early Sunday morning a cold front moved through. Rain was associated with this cold front, leaving behind cooler temperatures and clouds for Easter Sunday.

This morning, we had some breezy conditions, making already below average temperatures feeling even cooler. Today we’re expecting below average temperatures with sunny conditions, with highs only reaching the low to mid 40s. Later this week, temperatures will rebound to the low 70s, however there is a chance of rain in the western portions of the Commonwealth.

Over the weekend, temperatures will remain mild with calm and clear conditions and highs in the mid to upper 60s, while high pressure overtakes the eastern United States.

Last Chance for Snow?

Despite this weekend’s pleasant conditions, temperatures will sink back below average on Tuesday and into early Wednesday morning. Temperatures could reach the freezing mark, particularly in central and northwest PA. These conditions mean that some snow will be possible that night. As conditions have slowly been warming for spring, this could be the Commonwealth’s last chance to see some flakes before the warmth takes over.

Though the week will begin with clear conditions, clouds will return by Thursday and Friday. Temperatures will slowly rebound back to average.

Our next chance of precipitation will be associated with a cold front passing through PA at the end of the week. With the warmer conditions, however, this event will only bring rain.

Warm Conditions Followed by Intermittent Storms

We have had cooler conditions throughout this week with cloudy and windy conditions carrying into this morning. Highs only reached into the lower 50s yesterday and lows were in the lower 40s. Those cool and dreary conditions continued this morning, but that will change as we head into this afternoon.

We expect highs in the lower 70s this afternoon with some breaks in cloud cover starting around 3 pm, but we cannot rule out a stray shower. This evening will clear up further with lows only in the upper 50s.

For tomorrow we will experience unseasonably warm conditions with highs right around 80 degrees. It will be overcast throughout the day but dry conditions are expected. In the evening, however, we will observe rain and a possible thunderstorm. Temperatures will drop rapidly overnight leading to a chillier Easter Sunday.

Warm Days and Rainy Weather Ahead

Yesterday saw sunny skies and unseasonably warm conditions, making for a beautiful day to go outside. Showers moved in overnight, bringing some drought relief across the Commonwealth.

Today will be much cooler than yesterday, but conditions will remain comfortable. Occasional rain showers are expected to move through the area today and overnight.

Rainy conditions are expected to continue through the rest of the week and into the weekend, with a warmup on the way for the end of the week. Temperatures will drop off in the days after that, remaining seasonal.

Mild and Rainy Week Expected

After a chilly weekend, we start off the week with warmer temperatures in the mid 60s, reaching highs in the mid 70s for today. Severe thunderstorms possible in the area as a cold front moves into the Commonwealth by late in the afternoon into the evening hours.

As we look into tomorrow temperatures expected to be a bit cooler reaching 67 degrees, with more chances of rain returning throughout the day. Temperatures dipping down even colder in the mid 50s on Thursday with cloudy conditions.

Temperatures are expected to warm up again for this weekend, in the mid 70s on Friday and Saturday. Rain expected to return in the late afternoon on Saturday and throughout the day Sunday into the evening.

Weekend Wrap up and Warmer Temps this Week

This past weekend saw below average temperatures as a cold front swept through bringing rain showers Thursday night into Friday where these colder temps stayed in our area throughout the weekend.  As we head into this week, there ha =s been a surge in temperatures with some areas over the Commonwealth seeing a +20 degree change to start our Monday. Temperatures this week will increase but the price to pay will be rain showers mostly through this week with possible thunderstorms as we head into late Tuesday and early Wednesday as trains of low pressure systems sweep the state through this week.

A Cold Front Across the Commonwealth

Yesterday, the Commonwealth saw temperatures reaching up to the mid-70s and sunny conditions throughout the day. Cloud cover was limited with low wind speeds. However. a thunderstorm crossed the region last night from the west, bringing us about 0.65 in of rain and intermittent thunder.

This morning, we’re seeing a cold front pass through the region from late last night, brining northerly winds and substantially colder air. There is almost a 40 degree temperature difference between yesterday afternoon and this afternoon. Feels-like temperatures are currently in the low-30s and highs only reaching the mid-40s and falling to the mid-20s tonight.

Looking into the weekend, we can expect more windy conditions with decreasing clouds throughout tonight into tomorrow. There are low chances of precipitation with colder conditions throughout Saturday into Sunday. Sunday can expect a slight increase in temperatures, predicted to reach into the mid-50s.

Enjoy the Warmth While It Lasts!

Yesterday there were some pretty chilly conditions, with temperatures only peaking in the low 50s. Throughout last evening, we experienced some gusty conditions which was no help to the cold. There was no precipitation and varying cloud cover throughout the day.

Today, temperatures are warming up significantly, with temperatures getting up to the high 70s with sunshine throughout the morning and early afternoon. The sunshine will be short-lived though, because a low pressure system will sweep through the area in the evening, bringing thunderstorms that could potentially be severe.

Tomorrow, conditions will cool back down to the 40s, a humble reminder that it’s only still March and we are still two months away from summer. Though, it will be sunny throughout the day, bouncing back from the rain and thunderstorms.

Weather Keeping You on Your Feet!

The Commonwealth experienced what seemed to be weather whiplash with severe storms and hail with temperatures in the 80s in spots on Sunday, transitioning to blustery conditions with temperatures dropping much below average, and snow showers developing across the region on Monday.

Currently the state is experiencing much calmer conditions with abundance of sunshine and temperatures mostly below average. Clouds will funnel into the region on Wednesday with temperatures approaching closer to average.

Heading into the latter part of the week, you can expect temperature to warm into the upper 60s to low 70s for your Thursday, with chances of storms throughout the evening and overnight. Temperatures will drop once again heading into the weekend with quieter conditions.

Severe Weather Recap

Yesterday brought severe weather across much of the Commonwealth. Hailstones up to 1.75″ inches were reported in Central PA, accompanied by damaging wind gusts that knocked down many trees. This storm system was a result of a strong cold front that moved across the region.

The front dropped temperatures significantly, with today’s highs only reaching the 40s after widespread temperatures in the 60s and 70s yesterday. Conditions will slowly begin to warm throughout the next few days, again reaching the 60s by Thursday.

A large amount of rain and thunderstorms are expected Thursday night into Friday with a passing cold front that will see temperatures return close to average once again.

First Day of Spring

After our snow squalls from Tuesday, State College has been gradually warming up throughout the week. High temperatures were in the 40s on Wednesday and in the low 50s yesterday.

Today will definitely feel like spring as highs will be right around 60 degrees. Later in the afternoon and into the evening, expect rain and embedded thunderstorms for State College, while our western portions of the Commonwealth could deal with some severe weather. The rain will dissipate during the overnight hours leading to a dry start to the weekend.

On Saturday, expect partly cloudy skies with temperatures close to 60 once again. For Sunday, expect the morning to be dry, but we expect another round of rain to enter the state during the afternoon and continuing overnight into Monday morning. As we head into Monday, expect below average temperatures with the potential for lake effect snow showers in our northwestern counties.

Warm and rainy

After Spring like temperatures the previous week, the commonwealth has experienced a massive cool down over the past couple of days. A system moved through on Monday which brought severe weather and snow to the state. Temperatures have been well below average since.

Today, temperatures will be slightly warmer than previous days. Decreasing clouds are expected throughout the day. This will lead into warmer temperature in the coming days.

Tomorrow will bring a shot of rain to the region with warmer temperatures. This weekend is expected to be balmy with beautiful conditions across the commonwealth. A cold front will move through our region on Sunday into Monday with severe weather possible. Cold temperatures will return after that.

A Quiet Week, Warmth on the Way!

Tuesday brought well below average temperatures and snow squalls to the Commonwealth. Temperatures were hovering in the 30s, with lows across Western Pennsylvania dropping into the teens as clouds began to clear and winds became calm.

Wednesday will feature rising temperatures, with highs closer to seasonal for mid march. Today will remain dry, with some upper level cloud cover. Most snow that remains across Central and Western PA will melt off throughout the day.

The rest of this week will feature rising temperatures. Some rain and snow showers are possible Thursday night, before 50s and 60s return for the weekend.

Lucky or Unlucky Temperatures?

After spring-like and stormy conditions yesterday, a cold front moved through the Commonwealth overnight. The front brought with it a sharp drop in temperatures and mixed precipitation, leading to slick road conditions. Parts of the state picked up minor accumulations and gusty winds caused feels like conditions to plummet.

St. Patrick’s Day is a chilly day across the Commonwealth, with feels-like temperatures barely climbing above the teens. Gusty conditions remain with scattered snow showers possible throughout the day. Clouds will begin to clear out of the region during the evening and overnight hours.

Wednesday will see a break from the wet weather pattern. Sunny skies will be the case for the majority of the Commonwealth, and winds will remain light throughout the day and night. Chances for rain will return to the region later in the week as temperatures begin to increase for Pennsylvania.

Severe Weather Today

A prominent cold front is currently moving across the Commonwealth, bringing a line of potentially severe thunderstorms. Areas farther southeast are placed under a 3/5 severe storm risk, as issued by the Storm Prediction Center, with Central PA largely remain in a 2/5 risk. The largest severe threat will come in the form of damaging wind, although a few isolated tornadoes cannot be ruled out.

Following the departure of the cold front, temperatures will dip well below average, which will cause a change in precipitation type over to snow during the nighttime hours. Accumulations between 1-2″ across Central PA are expected, with higher totals in the northern tier. The morning commute could be treacherous from icy conditions due to below-freezing temperatures overnight.

Warm weather will slowly return as the week progresses, bouncing back above average by Thursday. Other than a few scattered snow showers, conditions are expected to remain dry through Friday.

Spring Warmth (and rain) Arrives

The Commonwealth seems closer than ever to escaping this very drawn-out winter pattern. While we got our first hints at Springtime temperatures last weekend, the following work week was not as kind, as temperatures hovered around the upper 30s and low 40s, and several rounds of rain passed through midweek.

Friday’s conditions feature a steep temperature gradient across the Commonwealth. A warm air mass is slowly rolling in, and while higher elevations in the eastern reaches may still be near freezing, regions in the west are currently seeing temperatures climb to the low-60s. Fog has held steady through the morning hours, covering a very large percentage of the state. When this burns off, another round of showers is possible in the afternoon, with clouds remaining into the night.

Saturday will see temperatures soar to near or at the 70 degree mark, alongside a bit more sun. This will precede another cold front, and with it, our first convective activity of the year. A line of showers and thunderstorms is expected to roll from one end of the Commonwealth to the other in the afternoon and evening. Temperatures will drop again to the mid-50s on Sunday, although we will finally see some more consistent sunshine, and can finally look forward to a fair weather pattern and above-average temperatures across the region.

It’s going to be a wet next couple days!

Recently, there have been above average temperatures with some rain. Yesterday, we had very mild and wet conditions, which has been consistent with the past few days. These conditions have allowed for any remaining snow to melt, which has led to extra wet and muddy conditions. This morning, we had some showers and well above average temperatures. Right now, we are seeing the wet and warm trend continue with rain and well above average temperatures. Tonight, we expect the showers to clear and lead to overcast conditions with the warm trend continuing. Over the next few days, we will see this warm and rainy trend continue with above average temperatures and rain tomorrow and then for Saturday, we expect some strong thunderstorms that could be on the severe side, with above average temperatures.

A Wet Week Continues

A wintry mess moved through the Commonwealth Tuesday, spreading snow, sleet, and freezing rain throughout the day. Areas of the central mountains picked up as much as 0.2″ of ice accretion. As the day went on, most areas outside of the higher elevations switched over to plain rain as temperatures increased.

Wednesday will feature cloudy skies and light mist and drizzle. Temperatures will rise above average again with most of the Commonwealth reaching the 50s for highs.

Another round of steady rainfall moves in on Thursday, with most regions of the Commonwealth picking up over a half inch of precipitation. This is much needed rainfall as the majority of Pennsylvania is currently under drought conditions. Rain will continue through much of the day, and could feature some isolated downpours. Keep the umbrella handy!

Warming Trend on the Way!☀️

Last night, a warm front brought some snow showers to the area leaving little to no accumulation. It also produced gusty winds, keeping conditions cooler into the overnight hours and into today.

Today in State College a few flurries remain from the system that passed through last night. Later today, clouds will mix with periods of sunshine and will remain dry for the rest of the day. Temperatures will stay seasonably chilly, with highs hovering in the low to mid 30s.

Looking ahead, another low-pressure system is set to move through midweek, bringing the chance for mixed precipitation. By the weekend, temperatures gradually increase with highs potentially in the low 50s and clouds clearing.

Weekend Winter Wrap-Up

A potent winter storm brought double-digit snowfall totals across much of eastern Pennsylvania. Western regions, including Pittsburgh and Erie, only received totals up to an inch, while totals gradually increased eastward with a couple inches in State College and 4-5″ in the Harrisburg area.

These high precipitation amounts were a result of a coastal low that traveled northward up the East Coast throughout the weekend, bringing in plenty of moisture off of the Atlantic Ocean. Although the heaviest snowfall has passed, a few regions in the Poconos and Philadelphia metro area are still under winter weather advisories and winter storm warnings, respectively.

Turning to the rest of the week, the sun will briefly return tomorrow before another low pressure system moves through on Wednesday. This mixed precipitation event will bring a few inches of snowfall to western PA, although areas impacted by this weekend’s storm should not expect to add much to their snowpack, as precipitation will likely change over to rain as it heads eastward. Temperatures will slowly begin to climb after Wednesday, with the 50 degree mark in sight for many over the weekend.

Fog, Rain, Snow!

Now that the snow has melted, State College, and much of the Commonwealth are experiencing gloomy, and wet conditions. Yesterday we experienced cloudy conditions with above average temperatures of high 40s to low 50s.

Today we woke up to a dense fog advisory and had a visibility of less than a mile. Luckily, these conditions should clear out by the afternoon leaving no fog, but overcast skies, and highs in the upper 40s. Later today, a low pressure system will be heading in from the west and will bring plentiful rain, that should last into Friday night.

By the weekend, conditions will clear and much dryer but partly cloudy conditions will be the story for Saturday. On Sunday, a new system will move in from our southwest and bring snow for much of the Commonwealth.

Finally Breaking Into The 50s

This past weekend saw some misty conditions mixed with early morning fog, headlined by a warming trend on Sunday. A few passing showers made their way through State College, tapering off in the evening to some mostly cloudy conditions.

Temperatures finally start to break into the 50s, with a light wind keeping conditions mild. Rain showers cannot be ruled out heading into the evening, with areas of fog lingering over the area.

The remainder of the week brings similar temperatures, with rain being the name of the game all the way into Friday night. By the end of the weekend, snow chances are possible following dropping temperatures.

Substantial Step Up for Temperatures

The last 24 hours will see the coolest temperatures for a little while here in State College. As we begin to approach the weekend conditions will improve to over the 40 line and beyond. A huge departure from this time last week when we experienced snow and wind.

Starting on Saturday is when we can see temperatures in the low 40s accompanied by partly cloudy skies. Sunday will be much of the same but with overcast skies instead of some sun.

The next chance for precipitation will arrive middle of next week, and come in the form as mostly rain. Temperatures will hold steady in the mid 40s for the better part of the week. Friday of next week will see the first return to below 40.

A Cold Sandwich

We had a significant warmup on Tuesday, with temperatures reaching the mid 40s, and we finally got some sunshine. A cold front came through on Wednesday, bringing cloud cover and chilly conditions for Thursday.

A few snow showers are possible this afternoon under mostly cloudy skies. Feels like temperatures are in the teens, as gusty winds whip through the state.

For Friday, sunny skies return, with below average temperatures. We warm up again on Saturday, with temperatures pushing 40.

Temperatures Fall, Snow Chances Rise

A clipper system diving out of Canada draped a warm front across the Commonwealth throughout the day on Tuesday, allowing the entire state to rise above freezing for the first time in 18 days. This relative warmth will be short lived, but unlike the first 9 days of the month, there is no more arctic air on the way. A cold front passed through Pennsylvania early Wednesday morning, prompting temperatures to fall slowly across the state.

Behind the cold front, wind speeds have picked up drastically, sustained between 10 and 20 miles per hour gusting as high as 30 miles per hour. Wind speeds will decrease throughout the day as the cold front pushes south into the Mid Atlantic. Up sloping snow showers are possible across Western Pennsylvania, with Winter Weather Advisories in effect for the Laurel Highlands through 3pm this afternoon.

High pressure will dominate our weather pattern through the end of the week, before a potential storm system moves in for the latter half of the weekend into early next week. This system could produce a plow-able snowfall, but still too early to define exact snowfall totals.

Warming Trend & Seasonal Conditions Ahead

After a frigid weekend with an arctic front settling in over the Commonwealth, temperatures dropped to dangerous levels, with mornings and late evenings featuring drops into the negatives. Wind gusts combined with dry conditions made for uncomfortable feels-like temperatures.

Currently, we are experiencing more seasonal temperatures, with highs nearing the 40s statewide. Expect overcast skies with a slight chance of mixed precipitation, including light rain and snow showers.

More comfortable conditions can be seen heading into Wednesday. As we approach the weekend, temperatures will drop slightly below average, with Valentine’s Day bringing lovely conditions!

Finally Warming Up!

This weekend brought another round of frigid temperatures; Pennsylvania saw lows drop below zero on Friday night. Saturday’s conditions were also exaggerated by gusty winds, with dangerous wind chills present across the state.

Luckily, temperatures are rebounding to start the work week, with much of the Commonwealth seeing highs above freezing for the first time in February. This will begin to make a dent in the snowpack remaining from the late January snow storm. Low temperatures will remain below freezing for much of the week, so watch out for icy conditions if melting snow refreezes overnight.

A dry week is expected, with little chance of measurable precipitation for Pennsylvania. The next round of possible rain will be on Sunday.

Extreme Cold Weather Warning

Conditions throughout the past several days have been warmer compared what we have been dealing with for the past few weeks. Even though we saw temperatures in the upper 20s this week, we can expect these conditions to drop substantially.

Today, light snow has been occurring across the Commonwealth with a high of 27 and a low of 15, although the wind chill puts it in the upper teens. The snow will taper off during the evening and making way for increasing winds and colder conditions this weekend.

An Extreme Cold Warning is issued tomorrow and will continue throughout this weekend. Wind chill values are expected to be as low as negative 20 degrees and wind gusts up to 40 mph. These conditions will not last long as we expect temperatures to rebound early next week.

It Has To Get Worse Before It Gets Better

Over the past couple of days, the overall temperatures have been slightly warmer than usual. It’s been a nice short relief from the extreme cold and piles of snow.

Currently, it is beginning to cool down a bit and we’ve been getting some pretty consistent sunny skies.

We’re expecting some flurries on Friday, with temperatures dropping into Saturday and Sunday, with the low on Sunday falling below zero. However, to start the work week, there will be a change in temperature trends as conditions start to warm up and will experience highs above freezing. Chances of snow are also likely on Saturday and Sunday with the east half of the Commonwealth getting around a trace to an inch of precipitation and in the west, one to two inches is likely with more snow in the upper elevations as well as the Lake Eerie area.

Sunny but Still Chilly

Conditions have warmed up slightly over the last few days but have ultimately remained below freezing. The sun has been visible, granting a reprieve from the clouds.

Today, temperatures remain in the 20s, with more sunshine brightening the area. Winds will remain light, warding off any additional chill.

As we head through the rest of the week, Friday will see the first chance for potential snow accumulation. Temperatures will drop off towards the end of the week as another Arctic air mass moves through the area.

Six More Weeks of Winter!

Our resident prognosticator, Mr. Phil, has declared six more weeks of winter! This should come as no surprise after looking out the window at the robust snowpack that has remained for over a week. After a past couple years of mild temperatures and snowfall totals, Phil’s forecast certainly seems realistic.

Despite the prediction that occurred in Punxsutawney this morning, no significant snowfall is expected in the near future. Other than a few flurries overnight tomorrow, we will have to wait until Friday for a potential couple inches of snow to accumulate.

After a frigid weekend, temperatures slowly begin to rebound closer to average with highs nearing 30, although overnight lows remain in the single digits. This warm-up will come to a crashing halt beginning Saturday as a cold front lowers temperatures back to the teens.

Arctic Air Holds Strong

The weather story in the Commonwealth has stayed as wintry as can be for the better part of a week now. One of the coldest stretches in recent memory has included consistent highs in the mid- to low-teens, subzero wind chills, and of course, our recent winter storm that dumped over a foot of snow statewide. The snowpack left behind has only seemed to make things even colder this week.

Friday looks no different. While the sun is out and the wind has let up somewhat, the arctic air mass has not, and temperatures remain stuck in the teens. Wind chills will still reach as low as -15 degrees overnight in State College, one of many absurd values in an utterly frigid stretch so far.

Hilariously, no end lies in sight until after the weekend. Temperatures begin to tick back up to near the twenties by Sunday, but wind gusts return once more as an offshore system passes. Relief comes at long last at the start of the new workweek, with highs finally climbing to near the 30 degree mark by Tuesday. One can only hope we stay there for the remainder of this long and cold winter.

Brrrrrrrrr!!!❄️

This past week has seen an artic blast move into our region. Wind Chills across the Commonwealth have been in the negatives across the state. This cold has kept the snow pack from last weekend’s storm in place.

We are expecting the cold to continue throughout the day. Wind chills across the state are expected to reach -20 in much of the state. Clouds are expected to cover the majority of the state.

Temperatures will not get any warmer as conditions will remain frigid throughout the weekend. We are also watching the threat of snow for the southeast of the state on Saturday into Sunday. Conditions will improve slightly as we get into the new week.

Frigid Digits

A weak clipper system traversed Pennsylvania throughout the day yesterday, with some across the western portions of the Commonwealth seeing a quick coating of snow. Some snow squalls in northwest Pennsylvania allowed snowfall to accumulate an inch or two. Temperatures plunged into the single digits for most across the Commonwealth, with some areas seeing low temperatures below zero.

Wind speeds between 10 and 15 miles per hour, and temperatures remaining in the teens and low twenties have lead to feels like temperatures across the state feeling well below zero. Clouds hang tough across much of the Commonwealth through the evening, with low temperatures diving into the single digits for most again tonight.

Dangerous cold is possible Friday morning across Pennsylvania, with temperatures well below zero in many spots. Feels like temperatures could be as low as 20 below zero, which could cause frostbite in under 30 minutes. Please be sure to limit your time outside and bring in any pets overnight. Stay warm Pennsylvania, the coldest air of the winter so far in on the way!

Frigid Stretch Ahead

After a winter storm impacted the Commonwealth over the weekend, a large accumulation of snow remains on the ground. Conditions remain blustery to start the week, as overnight lows remain in the single digits. A few lake effect snow bands also moved through the region on Monday night.

Well below average temperatures will persist across Pennsylvania for today. It will be cloudy throughout the day and night. Windy conditions will put feels like temperatures sub-zero during the overnight hours.

Temperatures will continue to drop, with feels like conditions remaining near or below sub-zero. Mostly cloudy skies will persist across the Commonwealth, so make sure to bundle up as you head outside.

Bone Chilling Temperatures Accompany Winter Storm

The past 24 hours have been frigid and windy as an arctic air mass emerged from Canada this week. Wind chills repeatedly reached sub-zero levels and brought snow Wednesday night. Thursday offered some relief, boasting the highest temperatures we saw all week at 37.

As the weekend kicks off, expect temperatures to be a far cry from Thursday’s above freezing theme. Overnight lows on Friday are expect to be below zero and will carry us to highs in the teens all weekend. This will set the tone for the far future, as we won’t see temperatures above freezing for the time being.

The question on everybody’s mind going into the weekend: how much snow? The answer is a little bit clearer as we write this on Friday, we cautiously predict at a minimum a foot of snow with two feet being our upper ceiling for the forecast this weekend. Heavy snow will fall all day on Sunday and linger well into the overnight hours. After it’s all said and done, the impacts to travel on Sunday and Monday will be significant.

Here Comes The Snow!

After a cold stretch and some snow, temperatures have increased this morning close to freezing, with mainly sunny skies. However, these conditions won’t last, as another cold snap will arrive tomorrow. Wind chills will drop well below 0 with temperatures lingering around 0.

Heading into this weekend, we are expecting a major snowstorm to impact the entire state, with dry and fluffier snow. Snowfall will last into Sunday night, and a few lingering snow showers are possible into Monday morning as the storm exits to the northeast. After that, the cold remains with partly cloudy skies into midweek.

Colossal Cold Continues

The past 24 hours have seen frigid temperatures across the Commonwealth, with temps in the single digits and teens in Central Pennsylvania. Conditions have been mainly dry, with times of clouds and sun.

For today, temperatures will be a bit more seasonable, with highs topping out closer to climatological average. The region will see a chance of snow showers that could produce some minor accumulation later today into tomorrow.

Looking ahead, a large-scale winter storm threatens to invade the Commonwealth late this weekend, bringing with it the possibility of significant snowfall. With that, it is looking increasingly likely that the weekend will be historically cold, with temperatures struggling to make it out of the single digits.

Chilly is the Theme of the Week!

It has been very chilly recently with average temperatures in 20s for much of the Commonwealth this past weekend. In the northern tier, some locations even experienced single-digits in the overnight hours and teens in the central to southern half of the state. On Monday, the Northwestern portion of the state experienced some snowy conditions as a smaller system made its way across the area.

For this week, those chilly trends will continue, with the average lows in the mid-20s and highs in the mid-30s. Tonight, a system will start to head into our area creating a chance of precipitation throughout the Commonwealth on Wednesday. Areas in the northern half of the state as well as the higher elevations will experience mostly snow, whereas lower elevations and more southern regions will most likely experience a mix of precipitation. This system should clear out of our area early Thursday morning leading to a mostly cloudy day.

Heading into the weekend, another small system will come into our area from the west creating chances of snow on Friday, as well as possibly on Saturday and Sunday.

Chilly Conclusion to the Week

Temperatures have trended downward over the last few days, settling into the lower teens overnight.  Following the significant snowfall earlier in the week the skies have remained overcast.  Thursday was another gusty day around the area with winds topping out around the 30 mph.

The start to Friday had lows in the single digits, making conditions around the area quite frigid to start the weekend.  Cloudy skies will be the case throughout much of the day on Friday.  There will be no chance for measurable precipitation during as the weekend begins.

The temperature will start to warm back up into the mid 30s on Saturday.  Conditions will stay dry all day and overnight into Sunday morning.  Sunday will see the next chance for a wintry mix to move through the area.

Frozen Friday on the Way

The Commonwealth saw its first plowable snowfall on Tuesday, with most of the Commonwealth seeing 2-6″ of snow. The past few days have been cloudy and cold, and temperatures will continue to drop heading into tonight.

Temperatures are looking to drop into the single-digits and teens tonight as frigid air invades from the north. Expect cloud coverage to increase throughout the day on Friday.

Expect skies to remain mostly cloudy over the weekend, as a clipper system moves into the area late on Sunday bringing snow and rain to parts of Pennsylvania. After that, expect a break from precipitation on Monday before another system moves in on Tuesday.

Frigid Conditions On The Way

Yesterday brought overcast conditions across the Commonwealth following a system that dropped 3.0″ of snow in State College. Temperatures were primarily at or below freezing for most of the state.

Today will continue to bring below average temperatures across the Commonwealth, with feels like temperatures falling into the teens across many of the Western portions of state. Conditions will remain overcast for the first half of the day, with some clouds breaking up as we head into the evening.

Tomorrow will remain below average temperature wise, with a slight chance of snow showers in the Western portions of the state. The main story as we head into the end of the week and into the weekend is the temperatures. High temperatures will be below freezing for most of the Commonwealth, with low temperatures in the single digits, and feels like temperatures below zero.

Snow is on the Way!

We have been experiencing generally cloudy skies and below average temperatures due to a trough over the area.  Temperatures have been in the 30s for the past several days, with gusty winds making wind chills even lower.

Today we expect to see temperatures in the 30s across most of the state with mostly cloudy skies, with slightly warmer conditions in the southeastern parts of the state.  Light winds are expected across most of the Commonwealth ahead of our next wintry system that arrives late at night.

Tomorrow snow is expected to move across the state from west to east during the early morning hours.  Places north and west of I-78 are likely to see snow for the entirety of the storm with 2-4 or more inches of snow expected, while southeastern Pennsylvania will see a brief thump of snow before a transition to a mix and eventually rain by the late morning hours.  The storm should exit the state by the evening hours.  After the storm, below average temperatures are expected across the state throughout the rest of the week.

Above Average End to the Week

Thursday saw more gloomy conditions around the Commonwealth, as fog overtook the area throughout much of the day. Temperatures remained chilly during the morning and afternoon, with highs barely reaching above the 40s.

For Friday, the clouds return and making an appearance, above average temperatures. Highs in the low 50s for much of Centre County are expected and we will stay on the dry side until this evening when rain showers become possible.

Looking ahead to this weekend, mostly cloudy turning into sunny skies by the afternoon. Sunday will see temperatures much like Friday in the low 50s and free of rain.

Cloudy Skies and Seasonable Temps

Much of the Commonwealth saw some serendipitous snowfall Tuesday night into Wednesday, complicating the morning commute on Wednesday. Otherwise the weather has been cold with times of clouds and sun.

As for today, conditions will be cloudy, with temperatures a few degrees below average. Tomorrow, conditions remain cloudy, with temperatures warming to a bit above average. There is a chance of occasional showers tomorrow.

Looking ahead to the weekend, the Commonwealth is looking to see times of clouds and sun with temperatures in the mid-upper 40s. As for next week, multiple rounds of rain look to threaten the region.

Snowy State College

Last night we saw a quick system move throughout State College, bringing rain early that eventually switched over to snow, around 2:30am. Snowfall accumulations here at Penn State were around 1.5″, with locally heavier amounts around Centre County.

The snow has since exited our region, with cloud coverage sticking around for the rest of the day, but remaining dry. Temperatures will remain below average, sitting in the low 40’s for our high temperature.

For the rest of the week, we can expect temperatures to rebound into the mid 50’s come Friday, above average for this time of year. Our next chance for precipitation will arrive this Saturday, with models hinting at rainfall early in the morning.

Lake Effect Snow in Affect

The Lake Effect Snow machine has been firing on all cylinders for the past couple of days. Peaking with a snow band stretch over 800 miles on Sunday and causing flurries to fall all across the Midwest and Northeast. Temps rebounded to the 40s range, with locations across Pennsylvania seeing temperatures higher than what they saw to start last week.

Today will bring flurries falling sporadically all day as Lake Erie will pump out Lake Effect Snow for most of the day. In addition to snow, expect gusts to be howling near 30 miles per hour here in State College. Keep an eye on the feels like temperature as it will drop to well under what the actual temperature is.

Looking ahead to the next couple of days, a chance for precipitation is present for Tuesday, before clearing out leaving Wednesday clear but chilly. Chance of showers returns by Thursday night and carries over into the weekend till Sunday when conditions clear up again.

Warming up After a Winter Whiplash

This week started out particularly wintry for early November. Much of the Commonwealth saw snow showers, temperatures below freezing, and strong winds.

However, today is looking to be more seasonable, with temperatures in the high 40s. While still windy, winds are expected to die down significantly by tomorrow. There will be times of clouds and sun to close out the week.

Looking ahead, it’s expected to warm up to the mid 50s for the start of the weekend, with rain possible Saturday. Another cool down may be in store for the start of next work week, with freezing temperatures and lake effect snow back on the table.

Slight Warm-Up, Still Chilly

Yesterday saw frigid temperatures across the Commonwealth, with temperatures failing to get out of the 30’s in State College. Cold enough temperatures led to some lake effect snow bands progressing across the western and central parts of the state, bringing many places their first snowfall.

Today, we should not expect those frigid temperatures, with a slight warmup expected. However, temperatures will still be noticeably below average for this time of year. Wind is also a factor, making wind chill temperatures dip into the 30’s, and even the 20’s, in many spots.

Tomorrow, temperatures will hover around average with partly cloudy conditions while staying dry. We can expect similar conditions, with our next rainmaker approaching as we head into the weekend on Saturday.

Lake-Effect in Effect!

It has been quite the chilly start to our week here in Pennsylvania! Average highs being in the 40’s and lows in the 30’s. The Northwest corner of the Commonwealth has experienced its first snowfall from Lake-effect off of Erie. This banding has reached portions of Central Pennsylvania, but so far has not left much accumulations.

For today, chances of snow are still likely with very windy and blustery conditions. For tonight, snow will continue to appear on the radar due to Lake-effect and will impact much of the Western half of the state. For tomorrow, temperatures will begin to raise above freezing, with chances of rain in the evening to overnight hours.

To end the work week, that low pressure system causing rain will clear out and much more moderate conditions will take over. Into the weekend, we will experience plenty of sunshine and warmer conditions.

Wintry Mess Across the Commonwealth

Autumn held strong this weekend, with Saturday staying relatively mild and precipitation-free across the Commonwealth. Unsettled conditions appeared once again in conjunction with a cutoff low pressure system on Sunday, with periods of rain occurring after midday in some areas.

Our low has settled in to our west, and conditions have become more winter-like. Flurries originating from lake-effect snow showers have been noted across the western half of the Commonwealth this morning, accompanied by a breeze. The Erie region, along with the highest elevations, can expect some accumulation and perhaps some travel troubles. However, most will not see anything stick.

Tuesday will be very similar as our low lingers, with sub-40s daily high temperatures and a cold breeze alongside occasional weak snow showers. Wednesday will be more mild as the low exits, though a breeze will remain along with mostly cloudy skies. Much more pleasant conditions can be expected past then, with skies clearing and mild temperatures setting back in.

Rain & Clouds

This past week was plagued by wind and rain, most notably a front passing through Central Pennsylvania this past Wednesday. The frontal passage brought 50 mile per hour wind gusts here in State College, and gusts into the 60 mile per hour range elsewhere.

Today will start off cloudy and breezy, with rain chances developing over the course of the afternoon and spiking around dinner time tonight. You can expect am organized band of showers to push through the area around 8pm tonight.

Looking ahead to the Penn State football game this Saturday, nice and dry albeit a little chilly. Sunday will see another front move through that will increase wind gusts and bring rain chances to start off next week.

Weather Whiplash

After last night’s rain and wind, the Commonwealth will see cool and dry conditions today. Skies will be mostly cloudy, with winds continuing to gust around 30 MPH.

Tomorrow, another round of rain will invade the region, with periods of showers expected Friday afternoon and evening. Temperatures will rise above average again heading into the weekend.

Looking ahead, periods of clouds and sun are expected this weekend. More showers are possible Sunday before a major cool down for the start of the next work week, with the threat of wintry precipitation possibly on the table Monday night into Tuesday.

Cold Front Approaches

Election day yesterday brought windy conditions and a high of 57 degrees and a low of 36 degrees. Sunny conditions persisted through the day yesterday, with clear conditions at night as well. Wind gusts were from 25 to 30 miles per hour.

Todays weather will bring more wind gusts from 35 to 45 miles per hour. The high today will be 67 degrees which is about ten degrees higher than the average for this time of year. a cold front will be coming in tonight to State College, bringing cooler temperatures and a few quick showers.

Temperatures will be significantly cooler than today, with a highs in the upper 40s. There will be partly cloudy conditions and more wind gusts throughout the day. Temperatures for this weekend will rebound to the upper 50s.

Staying Dry, Warmer Temps

Yesterday, we stayed dry with lots of sunshine coming through, with temperatures reaching the lower 60s, which is above average for this time of year.

Today, temperatures won’t reach the 60s, but rather will remain average for this time of year. Cloud coverage is expected to increase throughout the afternoon, clearing up by the evening.

Tomorrow, we will continue to remain around average, with clear and sunny skies. Looking forward to Wednesday, temperatures will return to above average, reaching the low 60s once again and a chance of showers overnight.

Windy and Spooky Start to the Weekend

A low pressure system moving through the region brought heavy rain on Thursday. Some areas of the Commonwealth even experienced thunderstorms during the evening hours. The system left behind lower temperatures and windy conditions to start off Halloween.

Wind advisories remain in effect for much of the state on Friday. A few showers will linger during the morning and afternoon as the system moves out of the area. Halloween night will be quite chilly and breezy, although conditions will remain relatively dry.

The start of November will be seasonable with mostly clear conditions during the weekend. Wind will begin to taper off throughout the next few days. The beginning of next week will see the next chance for rain, as another low pressure system could bring some showers to the Eastern part of the Commonwealth.

Cool and Rainy Across the Commonwealth

The Commonwealth has seen cool, rainy conditions over the past 24 hours. The region has seen periods of rain, sometimes heavy, bringing a few inches of much-needed rain.

Over the next day or two, rain will clear out over to our north and east, and mostly cloudy conditions will take its place. Temperatures will return to a few degrees below average.

Looking ahead, the weekend will see seasonable temperatures and times of clouds and sun. The start of the next work week will bring warmer temperatures, but also multiple opportunities for precipitation.

Look Behind You… It’s Rain!

Temperatures over the last few days have been perfectly autumnal, with the mid- to low-50s dominating. Skies have been mostly sunny, making for great sunset viewing.

Seasonal conditions continue throughout the day today. Starting tonight, a low pressure system will bring rain to the Commonwealth. Rain will continue through the early morning hours Thursday.

Rain on Thursday will continue and also be accompanied by stronger winds. Most of the state will see precipitation totals over an inch. The system will move out by Friday afternoon, leaving the chance for lake effect precipitation.

Cool Conditions Continue

The past 24 hours in the Commonwealth have had below average temperatures. We experienced calm winds and clear skies. Similar conditions can be expected to be observed for the rest of the week.

For today, we are seeing temperatures in the 50’s with sunny skies. Cloud coverage will be kept to a minimum for the rest of the day. Temperatures will drop tonight to the 40’s starting in the evening.

The outlook for this week shows sunny skies in the beginning of the week but cloudy skies and precipitation will start on Wednesday and continue into the up coming week. Temperatures remain in the mid 40’s to mid 50’s. Wind speeds will start off strong in the beginning of the week but will decline going into the weekend.

Breezing Through the Weekend

This week has been a roller-coaster of weather, with multiple fronts moving through bringing on and off rain showers all week. Cloudy skies have dominated recently as well as gusty conditions coming together to create a fall-like feel. It was a great week to break out the layers as conditions were relatively chilly this week.

Today sees a break from the, with isolated lake effect precipitation staying Northwest of Centre County. The clouds and breeze remains as we move through the day and temperatures stay in the low 50s.

For this weekend you can expect to see a slight increase in temperatures flirting with the mid-50s for the first time since the beginning of the week. The potential for scattered showers remains low but a few drops could fall during the weekend. Mostly cloudy skies will be the dominating weather feature of this weekend.

Cloudy Conditions Prevail

Windy, cold conditions swept through the area over the last few days after a cold front moved through. Showers made their way across the Commonwealth, bringing much needed drought-reducing conditions.

Clouds blanket the area today and chilly conditions stay put as fall finally takes hold. A slight chance of rain remains for the rest of the day.

The sun will continue to be absent over the next few days, and below average temperatures will remain. A warm front will then move through over the weekend, bringing slightly higher temperatures.

Chillier Conditions Expected This Week

We experienced unseasonably warm conditions his past weekend and had a cold front move through the commonwealth Sunday evening. This low pressure system moved off the coast yesterday leaving us with colder and windier conditions.

As for today, expect the winds to die down and temperatures to remain chilly with rain showers expected later this afternoon and into the evening. This comes from a follow-up low pressure system passing through the Great Lakes region.

The rain will be short lived, however, as high pressure lifts to our area on Wednesday and hovers above Northeast region for the remainder of the week. With that, we will expect temperatures to be below average for the rest of this week and into the foreseeable future.

Cooler Temperatures Intrude Pennsylvania

Yesterday, majority of the state saw above average temperatures with a cold front moving through later in the evening. This brought rain into the overnight hours and into early morning Monday.

Today, rain is expected to clear out for most of the Commonwealth as the cold front exits the region. The cold front leaves behind below average temperatures with winds speeds about 15-20 miles per hour.

Beyond today, temperatures are expected to remain below average, failing to emerge out of the upper 50s over the next few days. Our next chance of rain doesn’t come until early next week.

A Break from Fall

Conditions have been fall like around the region throughout much of this week. A high pressure system stationed over the Commonwealth has kept it dry and cool every day. This weather pattern will only stick around for a little bit longer as the weekend kicks off.

Friday will start off chilly and gradually warm up throughout the day. The skies will remain beautiful and sunny during the afternoon and into the evening. These conditions will continue overnight and into Saturday.

Although the weekend starts off seasonable, Saturday afternoon will bring above average temperatures. A cold front will begin to move its way through the area starting early on Sunday, bringing some showers and thunderstorms. As the front moves out of the area, the start of next work week will see the return of fall to the Commonwealth.

Seasonable Conditions This Weekend

Autumn has arrived, with fall-like conditions prevalent across the Commonwealth throughout the past few days. Temperatures have been seasonable to slightly below average.

Cloud cover will continue throughout the rest of the week, with temperatures going from seasonable to slightly above average. Temperatures will continue to rise throughout the weekend.

A low-pressure system will invade the region heading into Sunday, bringing with it chances of rain. Periods of rain may continue as the work week begins.

Sunny Skies, Average Temps

Yesterday started out overcast but the sun was able to make its way back into the sky after a couple cloudy days. Although skies cleared, temperatures remained below average for this time of the year, lingering in the upper 50s and low 60s.

Today will start out with cloudy skies, but like yesterday, skies will clear for another sunny day, with a warm up and temperatures closer to average with a high of 63. It’s a perfect day to enjoy the fall weather and go leaf peeping!

Conditions will remain the same tomorrow, with clear skies and average temperatures. As we head into the weekend, we can expect a change as a cold front will bring cooler temperatures and rainy conditions.

Bye, Bye, Nor’easter!

This past weekend, a Nor’easter scaled up our coast causing cloudy conditions over much of the Eastern seaboard. Areas like the Jersey Shore, Long Island, and Boston experienced very heavy rains and flooding bringing danger to large populations. Luckily, the Nor’easter is coming to an end and moving east out to sea, alleviating these areas from previous damage.

For today, cloudy skies are still expected with seasonable temperatures across much of the Northeast. A high pressure system will drop into our area from the North, clearing out those cloudy conditions and making Wednesday and Thursday more sunny. Temperatures overnight will start to drop and will approach freezing temperatures.

For this weekend, a cold front will come through causing for clouds to build up yet again, with very rainy conditions for much of the Commonwealth. From this, temperatures will climb back into the 70’s during the day and 40’s overnight.

Coastal Storm Brings Showers, And The Week Ahead

The past weekend saw clouds slowly roll in ahead of a nor’easter off the East Coast. A few showers were noted across the Commonwealth, and temperatures remained fall-like, if not a little warm given some areas of sun.

For most, Monday has had a rather dreary start. With a low pressure center situated off the South Jersey shore, widespread rain showers off the water have held steady this morning, and cloudy conditions are prevalent otherwise. Temperatures have stayed around the mid-50s and will remain there as this system passes.

Looking past that, we can expect high pressure to set in once again, clearing the clouds by late Tuesday and raising temperatures a bit above normal for mid-October. This should make for another solid week weather-wise, with another round of precipitation not expected until perhaps next weekend.

Temperatures Fall Into Fall

Rain showers at the beginning of the week brought with them a cold front, bringing in much cooler temperatures across the area. The wet weather ended early on Wednesday, setting up for a sunny and beautiful Thursday. As the weekend began, the first frost warning of the year was issued for much of the central Commonwealth.

Clear conditions stick around for all of Friday. Below average temperatures continue to dominate the area, making for a chilly October day. The next change in weather will start to move its way through as the weekend begins.

Saturday will see a chance for spotty rain showers throughout the day. The rainy weather will continue for much of the weekend and into Monday morning. As the next work week begins, the seasonable temperatures will persist, and we will see the return of sunny skies to the Commonwealth.

First Freeze Friday

The past few days have seen a transition to a cooler pattern, as a cold front brought periods of rain moved through the Commonwealth. Temperatures yesterday were seasonable and skies were partly cloudy.

Today, conditions are noticeably cooler than average with lots of sunshine. Tonight, the Commonwealth could see our first freeze as temperatures head way into the 30s late overnight.

Looking ahead, a system is expected to bring more rain to the region on Saturday and Sunday. Temperatures are expected to increase to near seasonal averages.

Fall Feel Returns

Yesterday brought some much needed rain across most of the state, after a two months a relatively dry conditions. Rainfall near three-quarters of an inch fell here in State College.

The cold front associated with bringing the rain passed through the Commonwealth today, dropping temperatures anywhere from 5-15 degrees lower compared to yesterday. Temperatures are hovering around average for this time of year.

The next couple days across the state look to be below average, with some low temperatures dipping to the freezing mark. Conditions will remain dry, as high pressure settles throughout the region.

High Pressure Dominates

High pressure situated to our north has been the cause of clear and sunny skies. The talks of rain this time last week are a stark contrast to what we have in store for this weekend. Overnight lows have started to slip further and further down, with the low temperature this morning hitting the high 30s across Centre County.

Today sees a return to the mid 70s after two days of lower high temperatures. Accompanying the higher temperatures is clear skies, with high pressure in the region resulting in sunny skies. No rain in the forecast for today also thanks to the high pressure.

Our current pattern is set to continue through this weekend, with temperatures expected to jump up into the low 80s in the coming days. High pressure will eventually exit the region middle of next week giving way to a cold front that will bring the chance for rain here in Happy Valley.

Clear, Dry Conditions Persist

Yesterday, warm temperatures dominated throughout the day with plentiful sunshine. Overnight, temperatures dropped below average.

Today started off with cooler temperatures remaining from overnight. Temperatures for today remain seasonable with clear skies as high pressure sits over the area.

This pattern will continue through the weekend, with temperatures climbing higher again towards the end of the week. Precipitation chances remain low for the near future.

High Pressure System Ushers In Dry Conditions

On Saturday, we saw light rain south of State College, bringing with it cloudy skies for Saturday night. These clouds cleared out by Sunday, leaving pleasant conditions for the second part of the weekend and on Monday. Mild temperatures expected today with partly sunny conditions, with high temperatures decreasing as we move throughout the work week. Temperatures expected to rebound into next weekend, with little to no precipitation within the next week.

Cloudy Skies, Warmer Temps

Yesterday was dry and cloudy with above average temperatures reaching 80 degrees.

Cloudy skies will continue throughout today with warmer than normal temperatures remaining.

This dry period will continue throughout the week as higher pressure dominates the region. We are not expecting any impacts from Tropical Storm Imelda.

Return Of The Rain

The past 24 hours saw very rainy conditions across the Commonwealth. The precipitation was much needed, as most of Pennsylvania is currently experiencing drought conditions. This rain was courtesy of a cold front from the Midwest. Some areas picked up over an inch of rain yesterday.

Present conditions here in Central PA feel more like fall with closer to normal temperatures today and the same is expected tomorrow in regards to temperatures. Even though we have sunny skies today, don’t expect the same for tomorrow as we are forecasting clouds to dominate the skies. There’s even a possibility of some showers around game time, but we have to see if the system moves north enough for that to happen.

Looking ahead to the latter half of the weekend and into early next week, we expect a warm up with temperatures in the upper 70s and low 80s. Sunny skies expected for Sunday, but cloudy conditions will occur on Monday and Tuesday.

Drought Relieving Rain Today, Dry for Whiteout Weekend

Heavy rain moved into the Commonwealth throughout the day on Thursday, bringing much needed drought relief. Much of the Commonwealth is experiencing Moderate Drought conditions, according to the most recent US Drought Monitor. This stretch of rainy days won’t completely reverse the drought across the region, but will reduce the impacts in Western Pennsylvania.

Rain will continue throughout the day on Thursday, with upwards of an inch of rain expected across Central and Northeastern Pennsylvania. Clouds will begin to clear overnight from west to east, with partly cloudy skies expected across the Commonwealth on Friday.

Clouds will stream back into the region for Saturday, including during the annual Penn State Whiteout game. Rain is unlikely for the weekend, but the highest chance of seeing a few raindrops will be across very southern Pennsylvania.

Rain Continues Throughout Commonwealth

Yesterday brought much needed rainfall to the Commonwealth as a system passed by. Temperatures hovered around average.

Rain continues today as a stationary front resides over the area. Rain is expected throughout the afternoon and evening.

Tomorrow brings more rain, as a low pressure system moves by. Passed Thursday, conditions are expected to improve.

Rainy Workweek Ahead

After a long dry spell, the commonwealth experienced moderate rains on Monday night helping to aid the current drought. For today, cloudy conditions in the morning will lead to rain in the afternoon and overnight. Much of the workweek is expected to experience rainfall due to a trough hanging over the east coast. For this weekend, rainy conditions will clear out and temperatures will rise for the Whiteout game on Saturday. More moderate conditions are expected over the weekend.

Rain Returns to Pennsylvania

Our pattern of dryness has finally come to an end. The past 24 hours have seen a steady increase in cloud coverage with above average temperatures remaining.

This morning we finally saw some type of precipitation, with showers coming through the State College area. Rain is expected as we head into tonight and into tomorrow.

Looking ahead, our rainy pattern is expected to continue throughout the week. As of now,  conditions look to dry up just in time for whiteout!

Above Average Conditions

The past 24 hours saw a dip towards average conditions for much of the Commonwealth yesterday. Parts of Pennsylvania only saw temps a few degrees above average for this time of year, in contrast to the well above average temperatures for the past week. Still experiencing drought conditions throughout the majority of the state. We are experiencing a level 1 out of 5 drought in State College and up to a 3 out of 5 drought in parts of Western PA.

Abundant sunshine throughout the Commonwealth for today as temperatures rebound to well above average. Highs for today are set to be in the low to mid 80s throughout most of the state with the exceptions of higher elevations in Southwestern PA.

A look ahead to the weekend and the start of next week we’re continuing the trend of above average temperatures and plentiful sunshine, so enjoy some time outside as Penn State Football takes a break this weekend. Next chance that we will see precipitation will be middle of next week where we are expecting a cold front to move through the region. This will deliver some much needed rain throughout the Commonwealth.

Blue Skies Bright Across the Commonwealth

The weather in the Commonwealth the past few days has been characterized by periods of clouds and sun, as well as above-average temperatures. A low-pressure system off the eastern seaboard brought intermittent showers to the southeastern portion of state.

Today is looking to be 10 to 15 degrees above average, with partly cloudy skies giving way to clear skies. It’s a great day to enjoy the beautiful and dry conditions outside.

Looking ahead to this weekend, cloudier conditions emerge, with temperatures returning to near-seasonal averages. For the start of next work week, more clouds than sun are expected to continue.

State College Remains Dry

These past couple of days have seen above average temperatures and clear skies from a dominant high pressure system.

Today we’re getting a short respite from the constant heat and sun as daytime temperatures dip back down to the 70s. A few rain showers are possible throughout the day.

Higher temperatures and abundant sunshine return tomorrow and continue into the weekend.

High Pressure Remains Over the Northeast

There has been a high pressure system dominating much of the Northeast leading to pleasant conditions throughout this week. This has lead to mostly clear sky and temps in the upper 70s.

This system of high pressure will continue as temperatures stay in the 70s with mostly clear skies. For tonight, storms off the Atlantic coast may bring some showers into the Southeast portions of Pennsylvania.

Later this week, high pressure systems will continue to dominate with skies remaining mostly clear and temperatures in the 70s.

Pleasant Conditions Continue

Our pleasant conditions continued yesterday with a high of 80, with dry conditions continuing throughout the day. High pressure has remained dominant throughout the region in bringing these dry conditions.

Today, we see similar patterns with a low of 54 and a high of 79, with clear skies persisting throughout the day. Temperatures remaining about average for this time of year.

Looking into tomorrow and Wednesday, we see high in the upper 70s once more and dry conditions sticking around. We will have to watch for a chance of rain for the southeastern part of the state for Wednesday.

Quiet Pattern for The Commonwealth

High pressure stationary over the East Coast has set up a repetitive pattern for the Commonwealth. Dry and sunny conditions have dominated the weather around the region for much of this past week. Temperatures will continue to rise heading into the weekend, as abundant sunshine persists.

A few passing clouds will move through on Saturday, but otherwise it is shaping up to be a sunny and warm game day. Temperatures will soar into the mid 80s on Saturday and Sunday, bringing back a summertime feel to the area. This trend will persist heading into the next work week.

Next week will bring much of the same weather, with warm and mostly sunny conditions for much of the Commonwealth. A few breezy days will be possible throughout the week. The next chance for precipitation will not make its visit until the end of next week.

Yesterday brought a mix of sun and clouds to the majority of the Eastern half of the Commonwealth. Showers were common in the far Southeastern regions of the state. Temperatures remained in the low to mid 70’s and are expected to stay in that realm.

Today brings similar conditions across most of the state, with temperatures expected to climb a bit above average as we head towards the end of the work week. We have bene stuck in the same pattern for quite some days now, with it forecasted to remain dry.

Looking ahead, temperatures may flirt near the 80 mark here in State College, with many places exceeding that number. Our next chance for rain won’t be until this upcoming Sunday into Monday, as our next system moves through.

Foggy Mornings Followed by Sunny Afternoons

Weather over the past few days in State College has started off noticeably cooler in the mornings as fall begins to set in. Temperatures have warmed throughout the day, however, bringing about comfortable conditions for outdoor activities.

Today’s weather has been relatively similar, with temperatures climbing slightly higher. Some clouds linger over the area due to a low pressure system off the New Jersey coast. Tonight, temperatures will dip down into the 50s, making for a cool night.

Over the next few days, valley fog can be expected in the mornings, clearing as daytime heating kicks in. Expect sunny skies with a few clouds occasionally making an appearance. Overall, the coming days should be clear, giving an enjoyable start to the weekend.

Pleasant Transition Nearing Fall Conditions

The dry and comfortable conditions today will persist throughout the week. This past weekend we had some moisture move through the area due to a cold front, causing scattered rain and cloudy skies on Saturday. As this moved out of the area, high pressure quickly took over, causing dry and pleasant conditions on Sunday and Monday.  This high pressure system will be keeping sunny skies and low humidity in and around the Commonwealth. Temperatures are expected to warm up through the weekend, with more clouds possible later this week.

Looking Ahead at a Dry and Cool Week

Following the exit of Saturday’s cold front that brought rain to much of the Commonwealth, a fall-like pattern has set in. Crisp conditions, clear skies, and temperatures slightly below average were the result of high pressure to round out the weekend.

Today’s weather is much the same. Notably, frost advisories were issued by the National Weather Service for early Monday morning as the region saw a marked plunge in temperatures overnight. Clear skies and continued high pressure ensure that conditions will remain much like Sunday’s, with temperatures generally topping out just below the 70-degree mark. Precipitation is nowhere to be found, and our dew points will remain quite dry.

The rest of the week, quite frankly, is rinse-and-repeat. High pressure lingers, and a pattern of nearly cloudless skies, relatively cool temperatures, and comfortably dry air will make for a week full of hints of the coming fall season.

Rainy Conditions For Gameday

A cold front pushed its way through Central Pennsylvania yesterday bringing showers and cooler weather. Pop up showers were prevalent across the Commonwealth through the evening hours. Conditions cleared overnight as the system moved along.

Temperatures in the 70s to low 80s are in the forecast for Friday across much of Pennsylvania. Along with the higher temperatures, expect abundant sunshine for a summer-like feel. Rain will make its return tonight and stick around through early tomorrow morning.

The outlook for this weekend includes rain showers and cooler temperatures via a second cold front approaching. Expect the peak of the rain to occur around kickoff on Saturday. so make sure to bring a rain poncho if you plan on attending the game. Sunday will see a clearing in conditions, giving way to a sunny start to next week.