PITTSBURGH, PA – Spring weather in western Pennsylvania will bring rain, gusty winds, and fluctuating temperatures this weekend before improving conditions next week. Residents should prepare for soggy conditions Saturday before a drier and warmer pattern returns.
According to the National Weather Service, Saturday will see rain showers, mainly between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m., with a high near 52°F. Winds will shift from the southwest at 14-17 mph before strengthening to gusts of up to 28 mph by the afternoon. Rainfall totals will remain light, with most areas receiving less than a tenth of an inch.
Saturday night will be partly cloudy with temperatures dropping to 28°F, accompanied by northwesterly winds of 5-10 mph. Sunday brings a mix of sun and clouds, with showers possible in the afternoon and a high near 56°F. Rain chances increase Sunday night with heavier showers expected after 8 p.m.
Monday continues the wet trend, with morning showers likely before clearing in the afternoon. Temperatures will reach 57°F, making it the warmest day of the five-day forecast. Cooler temperatures return by midweek, with highs in the low 50s and overnight lows near freezing.
Motorists should use caution on roadways, especially during periods of high winds and rain. Travelers along I-376 and I-79 should anticipate slick roads and reduced visibility. For updates, check the latest National Weather Service alerts before heading out.
