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Wind Advisory 2, NWS State College, PA

February 6, 202627 counties in Pennsylvania

NWS State College, PA issued this wind advisory at Feb 6, 2026, 2:03 AM EST for 27 counties in Pennsylvania. It took effect at Feb 7, 2026, 12:00 AM EST. It was in force for 22 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Feb 6, 2026, 2:03 AM EST (07:03 UTC)
In effect from
Feb 7, 2026, 12:00 AM EST
Expired
Feb 7, 2026, 10:00 PM EST
In force
22 hr
Issued by
NWS State College, PA
All 27 counties

Adams County, PA, Bedford County, PA, Blair County, PA, Cambria County, PA, Centre County, PA, Clearfield County, PA, Clinton County, PA, Columbia County, PA, Cumberland County, PA, Dauphin County, PA, Franklin County, PA, Fulton County, PA, Huntingdon County, PA, Juniata County, PA, Lancaster County, PA, Lebanon County, PA, Lycoming County, PA, Mifflin County, PA, Montour County, PA, Northumberland County, PA, Perry County, PA, Schuylkill County, PA, Snyder County, PA, Somerset County, PA, Sullivan County, PA, Union County, PA, York County, PA

The radar

The State College radar (KCCX), 68 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 07:07 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

The nearest sounding before it

Washington/Dulle, VA (KIAD), launched 00:00Z, 7.1 hours before the alert went out and 178 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Washington/Dulle, VA at 00:00Z on 2026-02-06Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Washington/Dulle, VA at 00:00Z on 2026-02-06The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity -23 square meters per square second.193958Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
1669 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
19 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
-23 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
9 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

551 
WWUS71 KCTP 060703
NPWCTP

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA
203 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

PAZ017-018-024-025-033-034-062030-
/O.UPG.KCTP.EC.A.0004.260207T0600Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KCTP.EC.W.0005.260207T0600Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KCTP.WI.Y.0002.260207T0500Z-260208T0300Z/
Clearfield-Northern Centre-Cambria-Blair-Somerset-Bedford-
Including the cities of Johnstown, Bedford, Somerset,
Philipsburg, Clearfield, DuBois, and Altoona
203 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...EXTREME COLD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST 
SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 PM EST 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills 
  as low as 30 below expected. For the Wind Advisory, northwest 
  winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

* WHERE...Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Clearfield, Northern Centre, and 
  Somerset Counties.

* WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 1 AM Saturday to 10 AM 
  EST Sunday. For the Wind Advisory, from midnight tonight to 10 PM 
  EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high 
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Cover exposed skin to reduce your 
risk of frostbite or hypothermia.

Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure 
portable heaters are used correctly.

&&

$$

PAZ019-062030-
/O.UPG.KCTP.EC.A.0004.260207T0900Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KCTP.EC.W.0005.260207T0600Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KCTP.WI.Y.0002.260207T0500Z-260208T0300Z/
Southern Centre-
Including the cities of State College
203 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...EXTREME COLD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST 
SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 PM EST 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills 
  as low as 25 below expected. For the Wind Advisory, northwest 
  winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Southern Centre County.

* WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 1 AM Saturday to 10 AM 
  EST Sunday. For the Wind Advisory, from midnight tonight to 10 PM 
  EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high 
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Cover exposed skin to reduce your 
risk of frostbite or hypothermia.

Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure 
portable heaters are used correctly.

&&

$$

PAZ012-041-042-062030-
/O.UPG.KCTP.EC.A.0004.260207T0600Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KCTP.EC.W.0005.260207T0600Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KCTP.WI.Y.0002.260207T0900Z-260208T0300Z/
Northern Clinton-Northern Lycoming-Sullivan-
Including the cities of Renovo, Trout Run, and Laporte
203 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...EXTREME COLD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST 
SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 10 PM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills 
  as low as 30 below expected. For the Wind Advisory, northwest 
  winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Northern Clinton, Northern Lycoming, and Sullivan Counties.

* WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 1 AM Saturday to 10 AM 
  EST Sunday. For the Wind Advisory, from 4 AM to 10 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high 
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Cover exposed skin to reduce your 
risk of frostbite or hypothermia.

Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure 
portable heaters are used correctly.

&&

$$

PAZ045-046-062030-
/O.UPG.KCTP.EC.A.0004.260207T0900Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KCTP.EC.W.0005.260207T0600Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KCTP.WI.Y.0002.260207T0900Z-260208T0300Z/
Southern Clinton-Southern Lycoming-
Including the cities of Williamsport and Lock Haven
203 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...EXTREME COLD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST 
SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 10 PM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills 
  as low as 25 below expected. For the Wind Advisory, northwest 
  winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Southern Clinton and Southern Lycoming Counties.

* WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 1 AM Saturday to 10 AM 
  EST Sunday. For the Wind Advisory, from 4 AM to 10 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high 
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Cover exposed skin to reduce your 
risk of frostbite or hypothermia.

Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure 
portable heaters are used correctly.

&&

$$

PAZ004>006-010-011-037-062030-
/O.UPG.KCTP.EC.A.0004.260207T0600Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KCTP.EC.W.0005.260207T0600Z-260208T1500Z/
Warren-McKean-Potter-Elk-Cameron-Tioga-
Including the cities of Warren, Ridgway, Mansfield, St. Marys,
Emporium, Bradford, Coudersport, and Wellsboro
203 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...EXTREME COLD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST 
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below expected.

* WHERE...Cameron, Elk, McKean, Potter, Tioga, and Warren Counties.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero 
  could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Cover exposed skin to reduce your 
risk of frostbite or hypothermia.

Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure 
portable heaters are used correctly.

&&

$$

PAZ026-035-062030-
/O.UPG.KCTP.EC.A.0004.260207T0900Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KCTP.CW.Y.0011.260207T0900Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KCTP.WI.Y.0002.260207T0500Z-260208T0300Z/
Huntingdon-Fulton-
Including the cities of McConnellsburg, Huntingdon, and Mount
Union
203 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 PM EST 
SATURDAY...
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST 
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with 
  gusts up to 55 mph expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very 
  cold wind chills as low as 25 below expected.

* WHERE...Fulton and Huntingdon Counties.

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from midnight tonight to 10 PM EST 
  Saturday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 4 AM Saturday to 10 
  AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high 
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

PAZ027-028-036-049>053-056>059-063>066-062030-
/O.UPG.KCTP.EC.A.0004.260207T0900Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KCTP.CW.Y.0011.260207T0900Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KCTP.WI.Y.0002.260207T0900Z-260208T0300Z/
Mifflin-Juniata-Franklin-Union-Snyder-Montour-Northumberland-
Columbia-Perry-Dauphin-Schuylkill-Lebanon-Cumberland-Adams-York-
Lancaster-
Including the cities of Shamokin, Berwick, Mifflintown,
Selinsgrove, Harrisburg, Danville, Hershey, Pottsville, Sunbury,
Carlisle, Lewistown, Gettysburg, Chambersburg, Lancaster,
Lewisburg, Bloomsburg, York, Lebanon, and Newport
203 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST 
SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 10 PM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low 
  as 20 below expected. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 
  25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

* WHERE...A portion of south-central Pennsylvania.

* WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 4 AM Saturday to 10 AM 
  EST Sunday. For the Wind Advisory, from 4 AM to 10 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high 
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
weather.gov/StateCollege

Bauco/Beaty
4 follow-up statements
718 
WWUS71 KCTP 061924
NPWCTP

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA
224 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

PAZ026-035-071000-
/O.UPG.KCTP.CW.Y.0011.260207T0900Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.EXB.KCTP.EC.W.0005.260207T0900Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0002.260207T0500Z-260208T0300Z/
Huntingdon-Fulton-
Including the cities of Mount Union, Huntingdon, and
McConnellsburg
224 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 PM 
EST SATURDAY...
...EXTREME COLD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST 
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with 
  gusts up to 55 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Warning, 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below expected.

* WHERE...Fulton and Huntingdon Counties.

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from midnight tonight to 10 PM EST 
  Saturday. For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 4 AM Saturday to 10 
  AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high 
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will 
keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to 
reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a 
hat will keep you from losing your body heat.

&&

$$

PAZ027-028-036-049>053-056>059-063>066-071000-
/O.UPG.KCTP.CW.Y.0011.260207T0900Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.EXB.KCTP.EC.W.0005.260207T0900Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0002.260207T0900Z-260208T0300Z/
Mifflin-Juniata-Franklin-Union-Snyder-Montour-Northumberland-
Columbia-Perry-Dauphin-Schuylkill-Lebanon-Cumberland-Adams-York-
Lancaster-
Including the cities of Danville, Shamokin, Harrisburg, Hershey,
Selinsgrove, Lebanon, Lewisburg, Sunbury, Mifflintown, Lewistown,
Chambersburg, Berwick, Gettysburg, Carlisle, York, Pottsville,
Lancaster, Bloomsburg, and Newport
224 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...EXTREME COLD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST 
SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 10 PM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills 
  as low as 20 below expected. For the Wind Advisory, northwest 
  winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...A portion of south central Pennsylvania.

* WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 4 AM Saturday to 10 AM 
  EST Sunday. For the Wind Advisory, from 4 AM to 10 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high 
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will 
keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to 
reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a 
hat will keep you from losing your body heat.

&&

$$

PAZ017>019-024-025-033-034-071000-
/O.CON.KCTP.EC.W.0005.260207T0600Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0002.260207T0500Z-260208T0300Z/
Clearfield-Northern Centre-Southern Centre-Cambria-Blair-Somerset-
Bedford-
Including the cities of State College, Clearfield, DuBois,
Somerset, Philipsburg, Johnstown, Bedford, and Altoona
224 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 PM 
EST SATURDAY...
...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SATURDAY TO 10 
AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with 
  gusts up to 55 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Warning, 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below expected.

* WHERE...Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Clearfield, Northern Centre, 
  Somerset, and Southern Centre Counties.

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from midnight tonight to 10 PM EST 
  Saturday. For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 1 AM Saturday to 10 
  AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high 
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will 
keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to 
reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a 
hat will keep you from losing your body heat.

&&

$$

PAZ012-041-042-045-046-071000-
/O.CON.KCTP.EC.W.0005.260207T0600Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0002.260207T0900Z-260208T0300Z/
Northern Clinton-Northern Lycoming-Sullivan-Southern Clinton-
Southern Lycoming-
Including the cities of Renovo, Lock Haven, Williamsport,
Laporte, and Trout Run
224 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SATURDAY TO 10 
AM EST SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 10 PM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills 
  as low as 30 below expected. For the Wind Advisory, northwest 
  winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected.

* WHERE...Northern Clinton, Northern Lycoming, Southern Clinton, 
  Southern Lycoming, and Sullivan Counties.

* WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 1 AM Saturday to 10 AM 
  EST Sunday. For the Wind Advisory, from 4 AM to 10 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high 
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will 
keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to 
reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a 
hat will keep you from losing your body heat.

&&

$$

PAZ004>006-010-011-037-071000-
/O.CON.KCTP.EC.W.0005.260207T0600Z-260208T1500Z/
Warren-McKean-Potter-Elk-Cameron-Tioga-
Including the cities of St. Marys, Bradford, Emporium, Mansfield,
Wellsboro, Ridgway, Warren, and Coudersport
224 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SATURDAY TO 10 
AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below expected.

* WHERE...Cameron, Elk, McKean, Potter, Tioga, and Warren Counties.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero 
  could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will 
keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to 
reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a 
hat will keep you from losing your body heat.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
weather.gov/StateCollege

Steinbugl/Martin/Teare
952 
WWUS71 KCTP 070653
NPWCTP

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA
153 AM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

PAZ012-041-042-045-046-072000-
/O.CON.KCTP.EC.W.0005.000000T0000Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0002.260207T0900Z-260208T0300Z/
Northern Clinton-Northern Lycoming-Sullivan-Southern Clinton-
Southern Lycoming-
Including the cities of Laporte, Trout Run, Lock Haven,
Williamsport, and Renovo
153 AM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills 
  as low as 30 below. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 
  25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Northern Clinton, Northern Lycoming, Southern Clinton, 
  Southern Lycoming, and Sullivan Counties.

* WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST Sunday. For 
  the Wind Advisory, until 10 PM EST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high 
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Cover exposed skin to reduce your 
risk of frostbite or hypothermia.

Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure 
portable heaters are used correctly.

&&

$$

PAZ017>019-024-025-033-034-072000-
/O.CON.KCTP.EC.W.0005.000000T0000Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-260208T0300Z/
Clearfield-Northern Centre-Southern Centre-Cambria-Blair-Somerset-
Bedford-
Including the cities of Philipsburg, Somerset, Bedford, DuBois,
Johnstown, Clearfield, State College, and Altoona
153 AM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills 
  as low as 30 below. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 
  25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Clearfield, Northern Centre, 
  Somerset, and Southern Centre Counties.

* WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST Sunday. For 
  the Wind Advisory, until 10 PM EST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high 
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Cover exposed skin to reduce your 
risk of frostbite or hypothermia.

Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure 
portable heaters are used correctly.

&&

$$

PAZ026-035-072000-
/O.CON.KCTP.EC.W.0005.260207T0900Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-260208T0300Z/
Huntingdon-Fulton-
Including the cities of Huntingdon, McConnellsburg, and Mount
Union
153 AM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...
...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with 
  gusts up to 50 mph. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold 
  wind chills as low as 25 below expected.

* WHERE...Fulton and Huntingdon Counties.

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 10 PM EST this evening. For 
  the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high 
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Cover exposed skin to reduce your 
risk of frostbite or hypothermia.

Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure 
portable heaters are used correctly.

&&

$$

PAZ027-028-036-049>053-056>059-063>066-072000-
/O.CON.KCTP.EC.W.0005.260207T0900Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0002.260207T0900Z-260208T0300Z/
Mifflin-Juniata-Franklin-Union-Snyder-Montour-Northumberland-
Columbia-Perry-Dauphin-Schuylkill-Lebanon-Cumberland-Adams-York-
Lancaster-
Including the cities of Bloomsburg, Lewistown, Newport,
Harrisburg, Hershey, Lebanon, Danville, York, Carlisle,
Mifflintown, Lewisburg, Gettysburg, Sunbury, Chambersburg,
Selinsgrove, Pottsville, Berwick, Lancaster, and Shamokin
153 AM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills 
  as low as 20 below expected. For the Wind Advisory, northwest 
  winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...A portion of central Pennsylvania.

* WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST Sunday. For 
  the Wind Advisory, until 10 PM EST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high 
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Cover exposed skin to reduce your 
risk of frostbite or hypothermia.

Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure 
portable heaters are used correctly.

&&

$$

PAZ004>006-010-011-037-072000-
/O.CON.KCTP.EC.W.0005.000000T0000Z-260208T1500Z/
Warren-McKean-Potter-Elk-Cameron-Tioga-
Including the cities of St. Marys, Wellsboro, Ridgway, Warren,
Mansfield, Emporium, Coudersport, and Bradford
153 AM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below.

* WHERE...Cameron, Elk, McKean, Potter, Tioga, and Warren Counties.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero 
  could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Cover exposed skin to reduce your 
risk of frostbite or hypothermia.

Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure 
portable heaters are used correctly.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
weather.gov/StateCollege

Bauco
007 
WWUS71 KCTP 071805
NPWCTP

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA
105 PM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

PAZ012-041-042-045-046-080615-
/O.CON.KCTP.EC.W.0005.000000T0000Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-260208T0300Z/
Northern Clinton-Northern Lycoming-Sullivan-Southern Clinton-
Southern Lycoming-
Including the cities of Lock Haven, Williamsport, Laporte,
Renovo, and Trout Run
105 PM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills 
  as low as 25 below. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 
  25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Northern Clinton, Northern Lycoming, Southern Clinton, 
  Southern Lycoming, and Sullivan Counties.

* WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST Sunday. For 
  the Wind Advisory, until 10 PM EST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high 
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Cover exposed skin to reduce your 
risk of frostbite or hypothermia.

&&

$$

PAZ017>019-024-025-033-034-080615-
/O.CON.KCTP.EC.W.0005.000000T0000Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-260208T0300Z/
Clearfield-Northern Centre-Southern Centre-Cambria-Blair-Somerset-
Bedford-
Including the cities of Clearfield, DuBois, Johnstown, Altoona,
Somerset, Philipsburg, Bedford, and State College
105 PM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills 
  as low as 20 below. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 
  25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Clearfield, Northern Centre, 
  Somerset, and Southern Centre Counties.

* WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST Sunday. For 
  the Wind Advisory, until 10 PM EST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high 
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Cover exposed skin to reduce your 
risk of frostbite or hypothermia.

&&

$$

PAZ026-035-080615-
/O.CON.KCTP.EC.W.0005.000000T0000Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-260208T0300Z/
Huntingdon-Fulton-
Including the cities of McConnellsburg, Mount Union, and
Huntingdon
105 PM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills 
  as low as 20 below. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 
  25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Fulton and Huntingdon Counties.

* WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST Sunday. For 
  the Wind Advisory, until 10 PM EST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The 
  cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could result in 
  hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high 
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Cover exposed skin to reduce your 
risk of frostbite or hypothermia.

&&

$$

PAZ027-028-036-049>053-056>059-063>066-080615-
/O.CON.KCTP.EC.W.0005.000000T0000Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-260208T0300Z/
Mifflin-Juniata-Franklin-Union-Snyder-Montour-Northumberland-
Columbia-Perry-Dauphin-Schuylkill-Lebanon-Cumberland-Adams-York-
Lancaster-
Including the cities of Lewistown, Danville, Shamokin, Berwick,
Sunbury, Pottsville, Lebanon, Lewisburg, Carlisle, Chambersburg,
Harrisburg, York, Selinsgrove, Mifflintown, Lancaster, Newport,
Hershey, Bloomsburg, and Gettysburg
105 PM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills 
  as low as 20 below. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 
  25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...A portion of central Pennsylvania.

* WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST Sunday. For 
  the Wind Advisory, until 10 PM EST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The 
  cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could result in 
  hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high 
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Cover exposed skin to reduce your 
risk of frostbite or hypothermia.

&&

$$

PAZ004>006-010-011-037-080615-
/O.CON.KCTP.EC.W.0005.000000T0000Z-260208T1500Z/
Warren-McKean-Potter-Elk-Cameron-Tioga-
Including the cities of Coudersport, Warren, Bradford, Emporium,
St. Marys, Ridgway, Wellsboro, and Mansfield
105 PM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below.

* WHERE...Cameron, Elk, McKean, Potter, Tioga, and Warren Counties.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero 
  could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Cover exposed skin to reduce your 
risk of frostbite or hypothermia.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
weather.gov/StateCollege

Steinbugl/Martin
550 
WWUS71 KCTP 080326
NPWCTP

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA
1026 PM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

PAZ012-017>019-024-025-033-034-041-042-045-046-081500-
/O.EXP.KCTP.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-260208T0300Z/
/O.CON.KCTP.EC.W.0005.000000T0000Z-260208T1500Z/
Northern Clinton-Clearfield-Northern Centre-Southern Centre-
Cambria-Blair-Somerset-Bedford-Northern Lycoming-Sullivan-
Southern Clinton-Southern Lycoming-
Including the cities of Johnstown, Renovo, State College,
Somerset, Trout Run, Clearfield, Laporte, DuBois, Williamsport,
Altoona, Bedford, Philipsburg, and Lock Haven
1026 PM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below.

* WHERE...A portion of central Pennsylvania.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero 
  could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will 
keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to 
reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a 
hat will keep you from losing your body heat.

&&

$$

PAZ026>028-035-036-049>053-056>059-063>066-081500-
/O.EXP.KCTP.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-260208T0300Z/
/O.CON.KCTP.EC.W.0005.000000T0000Z-260208T1500Z/
Huntingdon-Mifflin-Juniata-Fulton-Franklin-Union-Snyder-Montour-
Northumberland-Columbia-Perry-Dauphin-Schuylkill-Lebanon-
Cumberland-Adams-York-Lancaster-
Including the cities of Berwick, Lewisburg, Gettysburg, Hershey,
Huntingdon, Pottsville, Lewistown, Mount Union, Selinsgrove,
Chambersburg, Danville, Harrisburg, Carlisle, Shamokin,
Bloomsburg, McConnellsburg, Lancaster, Mifflintown, York,
Newport, Sunbury, and Lebanon
1026 PM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below.

* WHERE...A portion of central Pennsylvania.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could 
  result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will 
keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to 
reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a 
hat will keep you from losing your body heat.

&&

$$

PAZ004>006-010-011-037-081500-
/O.CON.KCTP.EC.W.0005.000000T0000Z-260208T1500Z/
Warren-McKean-Potter-Elk-Cameron-Tioga-
Including the cities of Emporium, Wellsboro, Coudersport,
Ridgway, Warren, Bradford, St. Marys, and Mansfield
1026 PM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below.

* WHERE...Cameron, Elk, McKean, Potter, Tioga, and Warren Counties.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you 
must go outside, dress in layers. Cover exposed skin to reduce your 
risk of frostbite or hypothermia.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
weather.gov/StateCollege

Martin

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this wind advisory went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS State College, PA wrote its last area forecast discussion before this wind advisory went out at Feb 6, 1:41 AM EST, 22 minutes earlier. Its key messages:

  • 1) A clipper system will bring a coating to a couple inches of light, powdery snow to much of the area on Friday, leading to slippery travel; higher amounts in the Laurels. 2) Blustery with dangerous to extremely cold wind chills Friday night through Sunday morning; coldest weekend of winter 3) Moderating temperatures during the second week of February
Area forecast discussion, Feb 6, 1:41 AM EST, 22 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service State College PA
141 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

.WHAT HAS CHANGED...
* Extreme Cold Watch expanded through Sunday morning to include
  all of central PA
* Winter Weather Advisory issued for the Laurel Highlands

&&

.KEY MESSAGES...
1) A clipper system will bring a coating to a couple inches of
light, powdery snow to much of the area on Friday, leading to
slippery travel; higher amounts in the Laurels.

2) Blustery with dangerous to extremely cold wind chills Friday
night through Sunday morning; coldest weekend of winter

3) Moderating temperatures during the second week of February

&&

.DISCUSSION...
KEY MESSAGE 1: A clipper system will bring a coating to a
couple inches of light, powdery snow to much of the area on
Friday, leading to slippery travel; higher amounts in the
Laurels.

Initial wave of light snow (accum rates <0.50 in/hr) spreads
from NW to SE across CPA Friday morning through the afternoon.
Secondary shot of snow/snow showers later Friday through Friday
night will be driven by a strong arctic frontal passage followed
by plummeting temperatures and blustery winds into Saturday
morning. Although moisture will be modest in an environment with
well below normal PWs, the orographic/upslope forcing/ascent
into a deepening DGZ will be sufficient to wring out a moderate
to locally heavy (fluffy) snowfall in the Laurel Highlands.
Higher-end winter weather advisory has been issued (based on a
combination of snow+wind+blowing snow preceding xcold) with
near-blizzard conditions possible at times. The usual summits
and ski resorts along Laurel Mtn could pick up as much as 6-8
inches of high SLR fluff. Elsewhere along the Allegheny
Plateau, a general 1-2" is expected with a 0.5-1" most likely in
the central and southern ridge/valley region. We still can't
rule out a couple of heavier snow showers or brief squalls along
the arctic front, but timing is not ideal and SNSQ parameter
signal is weak.

KEY MESSAGE 2: Blustery with dangerous to extremely cold wind
chills Friday night through Sunday morning; coldest weekend of
winter

Prepare for the coldest weekend of winter with wind chills 20 to
30 below zero possible/likely early Saturday morning. We
expanded the extreme cold watch to cover the rest of the CWA and
extended in time; however we would anticipate a warning and/or
advisory to be issued in the next 1-2 fcst cycles. The lowest
wind chills occur early Saturday morning, but remain below zero
through Saturday afternoon before dropping back to double digits
below zero Saturday night into early Sunday morning. Blustery
winds may exceed advisory criteria (>40kt) especially over the
southern half of the forecast area on Saturday; a wind advisory
may be needed. Blowing and drifting snow is also a concern
given the dry snow character and gusty winds.

KEY MESSAGE 3: Moderating temperatures during the second week of
February

For those looking for a break in the cold pattern, here you go.
Confidence continues to increase that temperatures will moderate
during the second week of February and climb back to seasonal
levels or near the historical average for early to mid February.
This "warmup" puts mixed precipitation on the table with the
next weather system that could arrive Wed/Thu next week. The
guidance has come into better agreement concerning the precip
pattern evolution with best odds around the middle of next
week.

&&

.AVIATION /06Z FRIDAY THROUGH TUESDAY/...
Bulk of model guidance continues to track low-level stratus
with bases 1500-2500ft AGL closer to 06/09Z as a clipper system
approaches the area. Light stratiform snow will break out across
central PA after sunrise, with max coverage during the
afternoon. Guidance generally keeps ceilings 1000ft AGL or
higher through much of the day, with some potential for lower
ceilings at BFD/JST after 06/18Z. BFD/JST has the highest chance
of IFR ceilings (~60%-70%) in the late afternoon and evening.
Visibility will likely range from 3/4SM to 4SM in light snow
across the area. Stratiform snow will dissipate across the west
towards 00z Sat, as snow showers along and behind the Arctic
Front. Across east-central Pennsylvania, stratiform light snow
will continue later into the night, with ending time closer to
07/02Z.

Winds will increase and stay strong through the day Saturday
with gusts 35-45 kts. This may result in areas of blowing snow
reducing vsby into the day Saturday even after the snow ends.
Winds slowly decrease later Sunday.

Outlook...

Sat...Sct SHSN/MVFR AM (IFR poss) BFD/JST. Strong NW wind.

Sun...-SN/MVFR poss W. VFR E.

Mon-Tue...No sig wx.

&&

.CTP WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
Extreme Cold Watch from late tonight through Sunday morning
for PAZ004>006-010>012-017-018-024-025-033-034-037-041-042.
Extreme Cold Watch from late tonight through Sunday morning
for PAZ019-026>028-035-036-045-046-049>053-056>059-063>066.
Winter Weather Advisory from 10 AM this morning to 7 AM EST
Saturday for PAZ024-033.

&&

WHAT HAS CHANGED...Steinbugl
KEY MESSAGES...Steinbugl
DISCUSSION...Steinbugl
AVIATION...Colbert/NPB
Hazardous weather outlook, Feb 5, 12:45 PM EST, 13 hours 18 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service State College PA
1245 PM EST Thu Feb 5 2026

PAZ004>006-010>012-017-018-025-034-037-041-042-061745-
Warren-McKean-Potter-Elk-Cameron-Northern Clinton-Clearfield-
Northern Centre-Blair-Bedford-Tioga-Northern Lycoming-Sullivan-
1245 PM EST Thu Feb 5 2026

...EXTREME COLD WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH
SUNDAY MORNING...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central Pennsylvania.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to
weather.gov/StateCollege on the internet for more
information about the following hazards.

   Extreme Cold Watch.

Periods of snow could result in reduced visibility and slippery
travel conditions Friday afternoon through Saturday morning.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotters are encouraged to report significant hazardous weather.

PAZ019-026>028-035-036-045-046-049>053-056>059-063>066-061745-
Southern Centre-Huntingdon-Mifflin-Juniata-Fulton-Franklin-
Southern Clinton-Southern Lycoming-Union-Snyder-Montour-
Northumberland-Columbia-Perry-Dauphin-Schuylkill-Lebanon-Cumberland-
Adams-York-Lancaster-
1245 PM EST Thu Feb 5 2026

...EXTREME COLD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH
SUNDAY MORNING...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central Pennsylvania.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to
weather.gov/StateCollege on the internet for more
information about the following hazards.

   Extreme Cold Watch.

Periods of snow could result in reduced visibility and slippery
travel conditions Friday afternoon through Saturday morning.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotters are encouraged to report significant hazardous weather.

PAZ024-033-061745-
Cambria-Somerset-
1245 PM EST Thu Feb 5 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM FRIDAY TO 7 AM EST
SATURDAY...
...EXTREME COLD WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH
SUNDAY MORNING...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central Pennsylvania.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to
weather.gov/StateCollege on the internet for more
information about the following hazards.

   Winter Weather Advisory.
   Extreme Cold Watch.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotters are encouraged to report significant hazardous weather.

MRS

The office that day

Everything else NWS State College, PA issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Feb 6, 2:03 AM ESTCold Weather AdvisoryCTPAdams, Columbia, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Fulton and 12 more12 hr
Feb 6, 2:03 AM ESTExtreme Cold WarningCTPAdams, Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Cameron, Centre and 27 more56 hr

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Wind Advisories in Pennsylvania, 2026Every wind advisory in 2026

Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.