Pittsburgh Weather: Today's Forecast and Rain Expectations
Pittsburgh Weather Forecast for Today
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - Pittsburgh weather is gearing up for another dynamic day. If you're heading out for Friday Night Football, expect at least a bit of rain during the games. Conditions will be hottest today, with Pittsburgh reaching a high of 86°F as morning temperatures mimicked earlier weeks, settling in the mid to low 50s.
Rain Timing and Amounts
Clouds will accumulate throughout the afternoon, with rain chances initiating by 5 p.m. for areas along I-80, and likely reaching Pittsburgh around 7 p.m. Rainfall is projected to last for 6-8 hours, with totals averaging around half an inch. Also, rumblings of thunder can't be dismissed during stronger storm cells.
Weekend Outlook
As the rain subsides, expect cooler air to sweep in, with Saturday's temperature peaking at midnight and potentially returning to a high of 64°F in the afternoon. Saturday will start off sunny but chilly, with wind speeds of 10-20 mph in the morning. Sunday could see morning lows dip to the mid-40s, bringing a potential frost advisory in higher elevations. The weekend ends with highs in the mid to upper 60s.
Next Week’s Weather Trends
Looking forward, next week promises dryness and pleasant temperatures, with highs in the upper 70s on Monday and consistently reaching the 80s through Wednesday and Thursday. Be sure to keep updated with the latest Pittsburgh weather via the KDKA Mobile App!
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