Pittsburgh, PA – Downtown Pittsburgh faces an “Extreme” heat risk Wednesday afternoon, with heat indices climbing past 100° and peak danger hours expected between 2 and 5 p.m.
According to the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, widespread areas across western Pennsylvania, northern West Virginia, and eastern Ohio are under a “Major” to “Extreme” heat threat, as muggy air and sunshine drive heat index values into the upper 90s and low 100s. The most intense risk zones include downtown Pittsburgh, Morgantown, Wheeling, Franklin, and Zanesville.
The NWS warns that anyone without access to cooling or hydration could be at risk of heat-related illness. Vulnerable groups—especially outdoor workers, seniors, and young children—are urged to avoid prolonged exposure. Businesses and infrastructure could also face stress due to extreme temperatures.
In Pittsburgh, officials recommend limiting outdoor activity, drinking water frequently, checking on neighbors, and avoiding direct sun during peak hours. Public cooling centers are available, and transit systems may reduce services due to heat.
A cold front is expected to move through Thursday, bringing relief from the sweltering conditions and dropping temperatures to safer levels.
🔥 5-Day Weather Outlook for Pittsburgh:
- Wednesday: High 97° (Feels like 101°), Extreme heat risk, dry
- Thursday: High 84°, afternoon storms, heat relief arrives
- Friday: High 81°, mostly cloudy, low humidity
- Saturday: High 85°, sunny and pleasant
- Sunday: High 88°, slight chance of PM showers
