Residents of Pittsburgh can expect an uncertain mix of weather conditions to sweep through their area over the next week. According to the National Weather Service, today’s forecast includes a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms, primarily after 5 pm, with cloudy skies gradually clearing and a high reaching near 77 degrees. Winds are expected to come from the southwest at 9 to 14 mph. Noteworthy is that rainfall is predicted to be less than a tenth of an inch, but this could rise with any thunderstorms that do occur.
Transitioning into the evening, the chances of precipitation increase to 70%, with potential showers and thunderstorms slotted between 7 pm and midnight, followed by likely showers after midnight. The low tonight will hover around 59 degrees, offering a slight reprieve from the cool of the northeast, which will kick in later at 5 to 7 mph. The likelihood of rain continues into the weekend, hitting a high probability of 90% on Saturday, with thunderstorms possible in the afternoon and a high of around 70 degrees.
The National Weather Service advises that Sunday will likely follow suit, with showers and possible thunderstorms cropping up again in the afternoon. Temperatures will mirror Saturday's, but with winds expected to shift south later in the day. On Sunday night, there's a 50% chance of more showers and thunderstorms with a low around 57 degrees, and new rainfall could accumulate up to a quarter of an inch.
As Monday rolls in, showers are predicted to take center stage, mainly after 2 pm, with highs nearing 75. Rain seems to be a steadfast companion for Pittsburghers, as Monday night's forecast includes an 80% chance of precipitation, with showers, potential thunderstorms, and an anticipated low of around 56 degrees. Patches of clearer skies seem to be in short supply, but Tuesday offers some respite as it is forecast to be partly sunny with a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 pm.
For those hoping for dry spells, the forecast for Wednesday and Thursday brings a modest chance of more showers, though only at a 30% likelihood. Temperatures will stay consistent, with highs in the low 70s. The persistent precipitation reminds us that Pittsburgh's spring is as unpredictable as ever. For up-to-the-minute weather updates and details on the current weather situation in Pittsburgh, please visit the National Weather Service's website at forecast.weather.gov.
