Pittsburgh is starting Thursday with clear skies and temperatures around 57 degrees, and the city is headed for a bright, warmer stretch through Saturday. The catch is waiting at the other end of the weekend: rain becomes likely late Saturday night, with showers and thunderstorms continuing into Sunday night.
Sunny Skies Hold Through Saturday
Thursday will be sunny with a high near 72 degrees, though west winds could reach 14 mph during the afternoon. Friday looks nearly identical, with sunshine, light winds and another high around 72.
Saturday is the warmest day in the near-term forecast, reaching about 77 degrees under mostly sunny skies. The dry spell should last through the day, making it the better choice for outdoor plans before rain chances rise after 2 a.m. Sunday.
Rain Arrives Late Saturday Night
Sunday has a 70% chance of precipitation, with showers likely and thunderstorms possible Sunday night. Sunday’s high should reach about 69 degrees, while Sunday night stays unsettled with another 90% chance of showers and thunderstorms.
Forecasters say the remnants of Hurricane Isaias could bring a soaking rain Sunday into Sunday night. The latest discussion estimates roughly 1.2 to 1.4 inches for the event, with a higher-end scenario bringing 2 to 2.5 inches over 48 hours, though major flooding is not expected at this point, according to the National Weather Service.
Columbus Day Starts Damp Then Dries Out
Monday begins with a 40% chance of showers before 8 a.m., followed by mostly cloudy skies and a high near 73 degrees. Leaves beginning to fall could clog city drains during heavier rain, so the forecast is worth keeping in mind for low-lying streets and outdoor events.
The updated rain outlook adds detail to Hoodline’s Wednesday forecast, with forecasters now highlighting the potential for a wetter Sunday and Sunday night. Wednesday’s high is expected to be around 60 degrees.
