Pittsburgh, PA – Temperatures across Pittsburgh are set to surge into the upper 80s and low 90s starting Tuesday, with some models suggesting highs could reach 93°F by Thursday, June 6.
According to the National Weather Service Pittsburgh office, the city’s average high temperature typically sits around 75°F in late May but is expected to rise steadily to 77°F by the end of next week. A warming trend begins Monday, with the most dramatic jump expected between Tuesday and Friday, when daily highs may consistently exceed seasonal norms by 10°F or more.
The latest outlook shows the most likely range for early June highs falling between 85°F and 91°F, though some forecasts allow for even warmer extremes. Monday could still hover in the 70s, but confidence is increasing in a prolonged heat event through at least Friday.
Residents should prepare for early-summer heat by staying hydrated, limiting strenuous outdoor activity during peak hours, and checking on vulnerable neighbors. School officials and outdoor event organizers may want to plan accordingly as the week progresses.
Temperatures are expected to stay well above average into next weekend, with updated guidance likely in the coming days as models refine.