Pittsburgh is starting the day in a hazy chill, with temperatures just above freezing at about 36°F and west winds beginning to ramp up. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect until 3 p.m. Wednesday, February 11, as forecasters keep an eye on a brief spell of freezing drizzle in the higher elevations before light snow showers have a chance to develop later on. Most low-lying neighborhoods are expected to deal with only a few slick spots or a light dusting, with bridges and shaded stretches posing the main trouble for the morning drive.
What To Expect
High temperatures should top out in the low to mid 30s, with west winds running around 9 to 14 mph and gusts reaching up to 24 mph, and only about a 20% chance of light snow this afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. Any new snow accumulation is expected to stay under a half-inch for most spots, mainly sticking to grass and elevated surfaces. Forecasters say a brief period of freezing drizzle is still on the table this morning over the Laurel Highlands and nearby West Virginia ridges before temperatures inch upward.
Commute And Safety
Drivers should be ready for isolated slick patches on bridges, overpasses and untreated side streets during the morning commute, so plan a little extra time and take it slow. Road crews are continuing to treat the main routes, and you can keep tabs on conditions and traffic cameras at 511PA before heading out. Transit riders may see minor bus delays in spots where traffic is creeping along on slippery segments.
Looking Ahead
Colder air settles in tonight, with lows dipping into the mid 20s and another chance for light snow into early Thursday. Most areas are projected to pick up only a trace to a few tenths of an inch. Forecasters note that lake-enhanced bands and upslope flow could deliver higher amounts across the Laurel Highlands and the higher ridges of northern West Virginia, while a larger system later in the week remains less certain for now.
