What is today's weather forecast for Altoona, PA?

Today's forecast for Altoona shows a high of 35 degrees and a low of 23 degrees Fahrenheit. Partly sunny, with a high near 35.

What is the 7-day weather forecast for Altoona, PA?

The 7-day forecast for Altoona shows highs from 31 to 38 degrees and lows from 7 to 24 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 4 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Altoona, PA this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Altoona this week. Precipitation chances: Wednesday (20% chance), Thursday (20% chance), Friday (20% chance), Tuesday (40% chance).

How accurate is the Altoona weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Altoona forecasts using National Weather Service data and current conditions from the nearest available weather stations, often miles closer than regional airports, for the most precise local forecasts.

Altoona, PA Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Local Station

Switch to Metric Units

30°F
Feels Like 30°F

Humidity 77% Dew Point 24°F Wind Calm Barometer 29.78 in.

Solar Rad 162 w/m²

Report from a personal weather station 1 mi. WSW of central Altoona
at 8:38 AM Wed, Dec 3, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

WedDec 3

ThuDec 4

20%

FriDec 5

20%

SatDec 6

SunDec 7

MonDec 8

TueDec 9

40%

7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

High temperatures remain relatively stable through the week, ranging from 31°F to 38°F. Unsettled weather expected with snow likely on at least 4 days.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 5°F below the historical average for December. Normal highs for this period are around 39°F with lows around 24°F.

This Date in Weather History

1983 - Birmingham, AL, was drenched with 9.22 inches of rain in 24 hours. The rains caused severe flash flooding which literally submerged traffic.

Altoona, PA 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Wednesday Dec 3

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 35. West wind around 6 mph.

Night: A slight chance of snow showers after 4am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 23. Southwest wind 6 to 8 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Thursday Dec 4

Day: A slight chance of snow showers between 7am and 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 32. Northwest wind 9 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 36 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 7. Northwest wind 6 to 11 mph becoming light and variable in the evening. Winds could gust as high as 24 mph.

Friday Dec 5

Day: A slight chance of snow after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 31. South wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 19.

Saturday Dec 6

Day: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 38.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 24.

Sunday Dec 7

Day: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 36.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 21.

Monday Dec 8

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 31.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 16.

Tuesday Dec 9

Day: A chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 34. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

About Altoona, PA

Altoona ( al-TOO-nə) is a city in Blair County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 43,963 at the time of the 2020 census. It is the principal city of the Altoona metropolitan area, which includes all of Blair County and was recorded as having a population of 122,823. Altoona was established in 1849 by the Pennsylvania Railroad. Having grown around the railroad industry, the city has worked to recover from industrial decline and urban decentralization experienced in recent decades. The city is home to the Altoona Curve baseball team of the Eastern League, which is the AA affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates Major League Baseball team. They play at Peoples Natural Gas Field in Altoona. The Altoona Symphony Orchestra has called Altoona home since 1928. Prominent landmarks include the Horseshoe Curve, the Railroaders Memorial Museum, the Juniata Shops of the Altoona Works, the Mishler Theatre, the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, and the Jaffa Shrine Center.

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