State College Regional Airport
Airport Airport
State College Regional Airport (serving the State College / Penn State area) is a single-terminal regional airport handling scheduled commercial services and general aviation. It primarily serves regional routes rather than acting as a hub for major airlines.
Getting to and From State College Regional Airport #
The airport is a short drive from State College; plan on roughly 10-20 minutes to downtown/University Park by car. Ground options include rental cars, taxis/ride‑share and private car pick-up; local shuttle connections to some hotels may be available but should be confirmed in advance.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at State College Regional Airport #
The terminal provides basic services commonly found at regional airports: ticketing and baggage claim, small café or vending, restrooms and short‑term parking. Car rental desks are typically on site; expect limited lounge options. Free Wi‑Fi is often available but check availability before relying on it.
Tips for State College Regional Airport #
- Penn State events (especially football) can significantly increase demand for rental cars and taxis; reserve vehicles early around game weekends.
- Security and check-in lines are typically short outside peak university travel periods.
- If you’re heading to campus, tell taxi/rideshare the exact Penn State entrance you want - multiple access points can add a few minutes.
Weather & Climate near State College Regional Airport #
State College Regional Airport's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1010 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (111 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.