Residents can expect a break from severe weather, as the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh forecasts cooler, drier conditions for the upcoming weekend. With high pressure building, today’s weather is expected to remain calm and clear, offering a welcome relief from the recent heatwaves and high humidity that have dominated the headlines.
The skies over Pittsburgh today will remain free of the haze brought by Canadian wildfires due to the weak upper-level winds from the northwest, making for a pleasant Saturday, which is taking temperatures below the seasonal average, the National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA, says. Sunday, however, could see a hint of Rocky Mountain wildfire smoke drifting in, which has already clouded parts of the Great Plains, but high pressure should keep things mostly serene through the day.
Looking ahead to the new week, the forecast is betting on continued dryness, at least through Monday. At the same time, a slight uptick in temperatures will have thermometers reflecting mid to upper 80s come Sunday and Monday afternoons. But come mid-week, we might see some showers return to the mix, especially to the south and west of Pittsburgh as a trough from the Midwest makes its way into the Ohio Valley, albeit the current dry air might slap down the development of any significant precipitation at first.
In terms of aviation weather, pilots will have smooth sailing through the weekend with enduring VFR (Visual Flight Rules) conditions as high pressure keeps everyone grounded, so to speak, the skies amenable, which means this could be an excellent opportunity for those due trips or just a bit of recreational flying. Beyond Thursday, it seems the forecast models can't quite agree on whether heavy rainfall or thunderstorm activity will come into play. Still, two areas to watch are the Carolinas and the Midwest, where some more serious weather could be afoot.
Suppose you were fretting about needing to dig out the ol' umbrella or raincoat over the next few days. In that case, you can relax for now, Pittsburgh's watches and advisories are all clear with not a single caution in sight, as confirmed by the National Weather Service's latest advisories, which is good news for outdoor enthusiasts and event planners alike.
