Penn State has been hit with a lot of snow in its history, often halting university operations, small businesses, and even sporting events.

This past weekend, a blizzard rolled through State College, dumping over a foot of powder into downtown and the surrounding area. The winter wonderland got us thinking: What are some of the most intense snowstorms Penn State has ever experienced?

Let’s take a look at some of the worst to hit Happy Valley.

March 13, 1993

From the morning of March 13, 1993, to the morning of March 14, State College saw 27.5 inches of snow. Many students could not come back from spring break. The storm was nicknamed the “Storm of the Century.” It was classified as a Category 5 (Extreme) on the Northeast Snowfall Impact Scale.

March 3, 1994

Almost a year later to the day, State College was hit with 26.6 inches of snow on the first day of the March 3, 1994 blizzard. The second day had only an inch of snow. The total makes it the area’s second-largest storm ever recorded. This storm was unique because it also brought about thunder and grounded planes.

November 18, 1995

Days before Penn State took on Michigan, 18 inches of snow landed in State College. The show must go on, right? Penn State Athletics paid volunteers to remove snow from Beaver Stadium. Even 188 prisoners from local correctional institutions were a part of the snow removal crew. The Nittany Lions won 27-17 against the Wolverines. The game was famously dubbed “The Snow Bowl.”

November 16, 2018

Penn State saw 11.5 inches, and classes were cancelled for two days. CATA buses were back to service promptly, however, as the temperatures were warm enough for the snow to melt relatively quickly.

December 17, 2020

Penn State was trampled by 15 inches of snow, which halted Centre County schools for a day and a half. It is the largest single-day snowfall in State College in the past decade.

February 1, 2021

This storm lasted for three days, bringing 14.5 inches of snow to State College over the duration of the storm.