Pittsburgh started Friday, June 19, on a bright note, with clear skies, temperatures in the upper 50s, and a sun-splashed day lining up for the holiday. Expect a comfortable high near 78°F this Juneteenth, with west winds turning breezy by late morning and gusting into the mid-teens through the afternoon.
Juneteenth Plans: Mostly Dry, Mostly Easy
Parades, cookouts, and other outdoor plans should be in good shape, with the bulk of the day staying sunny and pleasant. There is only a slight chance of a passing shower after about 5 p.m., so you may just want to keep an eye on the sky late day rather than cancel anything.
After sunset, conditions cool off. Overnight lows drop to around 58°F, so a light jacket will not be a bad idea if you are out late. West winds should hold in the 3 to 15 mph range into tonight, enough for a bit of a breeze but nothing too dramatic.
Sunday Night Into Monday: Soaking Rain On Deck
The quiet stretch will not last. Wet weather is expected to return late Sunday night, June 21, and continue into Monday morning, June 22, with a widespread soaking likely across the region. The National Weather Service Pittsburgh now estimates a roughly 70 to 85 percent chance that much of the area picks up at least 1 inch of rain in a 24-hour period, with 30 to 50 percent odds of 2 inches in heavier bands. That kind of setup raises concern for localized flooding issues.
For a deeper dive into the weather pattern behind this soggy turn, check out our earlier forecast discussion.
Plan Ahead
If your weekend revolves around outdoor plans, it is worth front-loading them or shifting to earlier on Sunday. Have a wet-weather backup ready for Monday morning, since roads and low-lying spots could turn slick and see brief ponding in heavier rain bands.
Keep an eye on local alerts and updated forecasts, build in extra time for the Monday commute if you have to be on the road, and avoid driving through standing water if flooding does develop. Your car, and your stress level, will thank you.
