Barometric Pressure in State College, Pennsylvania, US

The pressure in State College, United States is predicted to slowly drop over the next few hours, with an average pressure of 983.7 hPa today, which is lower than normal.

Weather prediction: Expect more wet and unsettled conditions

The daily total fluctuation in pressure in State College is 6.9 hPa, with a low of 978.7 hPa and a high of 985.6 hPa. The daily average here is lower than in most cities around the world.

Forecast

The barometric pressure in State College varies throughout the day and night. It changes with the weather patterns and fronts that pass through the area. Pressure drops when a low-pressure system approaches, bringing rain or thunderstorms. It rises when a high-pressure system dominates, leading to fair weather.

State College is situated in a valley surrounded by mountains. The Appalachian Mountains to the east and the Allegheny Mountains to the west influence the local weather. The valley traps cold air in the winter, making it colder than surrounding areas. In the summer, the mountains block some of the heat, keeping temperatures milder.