Pennsylvania starts the day in a deep freeze, with temperatures plunging to 16°F in Pittsburgh and wind chills near 5°F cutting through the early morning air. Frost coats windshields, and a few untreated bridges could remain slick during the first commute along I-376 and Route 28.
According to the National Weather Service, skies turn partly sunny later today with highs reaching near 40°F. Conditions stay dry, helping improve travel by midday as sunlight melts any lingering icy patches.
A rapid warm-up follows. Thursday climbs to near 52°F with increasing clouds, and a slight chance of rain develops after 2 p.m. Roads remain mostly dry early, but conditions begin to shift late in the day.
By Friday, temperatures surge to near 61°F, marking a sharp turn toward spring warmth. However, rain chances increase through the afternoon and evening. By Friday night, rain becomes likely, with up to 0.60 inches possible into early Saturday. Expect wet pavement, reduced visibility, and slower travel across Allegheny County, especially on I-79 and I-376.
Saturday brings lingering showers early, followed by partial clearing and highs near 64°F. Sunday stays unsettled, with another chance of rain and highs pushing near 68°F.
Meteorologists note this warming trend aligns with a broader shift toward above-normal temperatures heading into early April across the region.
Five Day Forecast for Pittsburgh, PA
Thursday: Mostly cloudy, slight chance of rain, high near 52°F
Friday: Chance of rain, high near 61°F
Saturday: Chance of morning rain, then partly sunny, high near 64°F
Sunday: Chance of rain, high near 68°F
Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 51°F
