As the sun rises over Pittsburgh, it seems that sunglasses will be more necessary than umbrellas this weekend. According to the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, the city can expect to steadily warm with no rain in sight until at least next Tuesday. If you've been waiting to enjoy some outdoor activities, this is your cue to take full advantage.
The high pressure centered over New England is primarily to be thanked for the continued dry spell. It will cling tightly to dominate our skies, meaning sun-lovers can expect not to have their plans suddenly washed out. "Dry and seasonable conditions today," read a morning update from the National Weather Service. The weather forecast suggests another day much like the last, with low humidity and a leisurely east to southeast wind.
As the city heads into the weekend, temperatures are poised to do something rather unusual: they're predicted to climb a sizable 10+ degrees above normal. Nighttime will bring a respite with temperatures dropping to more seasonal averages, offering the perfect setup for those picturesque fall evenings, perfect for a light jacket and a stroll through the city's many leaf-strewn streets.
Moving into next week, confidence in the continued dry, warm front wanes as a new weather pattern begins to advance from the north. "Lower confidence in Temperatures and rain thereafter," the forecast warns. This could bring about the more familiar sight of raincoats and closed umbrellas dangling from wrist straps. Tuesday and Wednesday are marked as the dates when Pittsburgh may see a return of rainfall and a dip back to the cooler caress of autumn's touch.
For pilots and travelers, the flying conditions reflect the ground's dry serenity. The outlook through Monday predicts persistent visual flight rules (VFR). The only expected wrinkle in the flight plans might be some late-night or early morning river valley fog, but nothing that a seasoned pilot or frequent flyer hasn't likely encountered before on their travels in and out of Pittsburgh.
The bottom line: the weather service has issued no watches, warnings, or advisories for Pennsylvania, Ohio, or West Virginia, which means one thing for Pittsburgh residents – it's clear skies ahead, at least for the moment. So, whether you're planning a picnic or just looking to enjoy a peaceful weekend in the city, the forecast is in your favor.
