85°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
41%
39
Huntingdon County, PA · Lake
Whipple Dam State Park
Whipple Dam Rd, Petersburg, PA 16669
300-foot sand beach on a small Rothrock State Forest impoundment south of State College. Beach volleyball court, bathhouse, and snack bar, plus a lap lane for exercise swimmers. No lifeguard — swim at your own risk. Rowboat rentals and hiking in the surrounding forest.
Today's Conditions
Decent day for sunbathing.
Thunderstorms · NWS alert active · 41% rain
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could be severe. Partly sunny, with a high near 85. Southwest wind around 8 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms before midnight, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between midnight and 1am. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. West wind 5 to 8 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- 41% rain — rain likely at some point
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — flood watch issued july 18 at 4:11pm edt until july 19 at 12:00am edt by nws state college pa
41 /100
ok
55 Sunbathe
20 Walk
31 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Weather alert in effect
Flood Watch issued July 18 at 4:11PM EDT until July 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS State College PA
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 18 at 1:03PM EDT until July 18 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS State College PA
Atmosphere
Air Temp
85°F
Haze
Wind
8 mph
SW
Rain
41%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
3 Moderate
Peaks 04 PM · burn in ~67m
Burn-free before 03 PM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
80°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
11:05 PM
1.7 ft · in 2.1h
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:55 AM
Sunset
8:39 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
80°
Sunny
1%
87
81°
Mostly Sunny
0%
87
82°
Showers And Thunderstorms
85%
19
77°
Chance Rain Showers
42%
58
77°
Sunny
4%
85
81°
Sunny
5%
86
What to Bring Today
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 41% rain chance
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
State park lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beach.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Whipple Dam Rd, Petersburg, PA 16669
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Whipple Dam State Park today?
Whipple Dam State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Whipple Dam State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beach.
Is there an entry fee at Whipple Dam State Park?
Entry to Whipple Dam State Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Whipple Dam State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Whipple Dam State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Whipple Dam State Park?
Amenities at Whipple Dam State Park include beach, bathhouse, snack bar, boat rentals, volleyball, picnic area, trails.
When is the water warmest at Whipple Dam State Park?
Inland lakes peak in July and August at 75-80°F and hold warmth longer than tidal beaches. Swimming comfortable from mid-June through September.
Where is Whipple Dam State Park located?
Whipple Dam State Park is in Huntingdon County, PA, at Whipple Dam Rd, Petersburg, PA 16669.
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