As the remnants of lake-effect snow showers peter out this Monday morning, Pittsburgh residents are experiencing a chilling cold that's expected to relent only slightly as the day progresses. A National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA report details an end to the harsh conditions, accompanied by a Cold Weather Advisory in effect through 9 AM, citing wind chill values ranging from -10F to -20F. As the skies begin to clear late this evening, overnight temperatures are set to drop about 10-15 degrees below normal.
Tuesday is forecast to bring drier weather, and by Wednesday, temperatures are expected to normalize as an upper ridge establishes itself over the area. While a weak cold front may usher in a slight chance for showers to the north of Pittsburgh come Wednesday morning, the afternoon should witness a resurgence of warmth with highs reaching the low 40s. However, Thursday's outlook sees a notable rise in temperature, up to 10 degrees above average, only to be followed by a quick cold shot on Friday, as was stated by the National Weather Service.
The aviation sector in Pittsburgh is also set to experience improved conditions starting this afternoon. Skies are clearing up after a swarm of snow showers disrupted visibility across the terminals. VFR is expected to return by the end of the TAF period, the National Weather Service notes, signaling a transition toward better flight conditions into the week. Meanwhile, a brief spell of high pressure should sustain this period of general VFR through midweek.
Looking ahead to the weekend, the weather indicates a pattern that oscillates between brief cold moments and mild reprieves. Although a relaxation in the weather pattern is expected, travelers, especially, should be ready for precipitation that could take the form of rain or quick snow flurries. As fluctuations in temperature are anticipated, this pattern generally favors near to above average temperatures through Christmas, the National Weather Service observed. Pittsburgh residents, it seems, will ride a meteorological rollercoaster into the holiday season.
