Pittsburgh is waking up under mostly cloudy skies Wednesday, with temperatures in the low 70s and plenty of humidity already in the air. The city will heat up quickly, reaching near 89 degrees before scattered showers and thunderstorms develop during the afternoon. For anyone with outdoor plans, the best chance of staying dry comes earlier in the day.
Storms Arrive After 2 P.M.
Rain chances remain low through late morning, but isolated showers and thunderstorms could begin popping up after 2 p.m. The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh says a few storms may bring gusty winds and brief heavy downpours, although the overall threat for severe weather and flooding remains low.
Wednesday night stays unsettled, with scattered showers and thunderstorms continuing and a low near 70 degrees. New rainfall amounts could range from a tenth to a quarter of an inch, and there are no watches or warnings in effect for the region.
Storm Chances Continue Into The Weekend
Thursday brings another warm, stormy day, with a high near 87 and scattered showers and thunderstorms possible from late morning through the afternoon. Friday looks like the wettest day in the near-term forecast, with a 90% chance of showers and thunderstorms and a high around 85.
Showers and storms remain likely Saturday, when temperatures reach the mid-80s and southwest winds increase to 8 to 12 mph. Sunday offers a partial break, with mostly sunny skies, a high near 87 and only a slight chance of an afternoon shower or thunderstorm, though storm chances return Sunday night and continue into Monday and Tuesday.
What To Know Before Heading Out
Plan outdoor activities for the morning Wednesday and keep an eye on the sky later in the day, particularly during the afternoon and evening. Thunderstorms can produce sudden downpours and gusty winds even when nearby neighborhoods stay dry, so patio furniture, event setups and umbrellas may need a quick rethink.
