Pittsburgh, PA – Drivers in western Pennsylvania should plan for wet roads Friday as showers move through Pittsburgh and surrounding areas ahead of Memorial Day weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Moon Township, rain is likely during the day Friday, with a 50% chance of precipitation and breezy conditions near 15 mph. Showers could impact travel on I-376, especially during midday hours. By Friday night, skies will begin to clear, with lows dipping into the mid-40s.
Saturday starts the turnaround. Sunshine returns across Allegheny, Butler, and Washington counties, and highs are expected to reach near 62°F. The weather improves just in time for Memorial Day weekend, though a slight chance of afternoon showers lingers Saturday (20%).
Sunday brings the best weather window. Mostly sunny skies and a high near 67°F will create perfect conditions for cookouts, cemetery visits, and parades. Winds remain light and dry air dominates.
By Memorial Day Monday, clouds return after 2 p.m., but most of the day remains dry with highs approaching 69°F. A 30% chance of rain develops late.
Looking ahead to next week:
- Monday Night: Mostly cloudy, low near 55°F
- Tuesday: Showers likely, high near 68°F
- Tuesday Night: Rain continues, low near 54°F
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, high near 70°F, 60% chance of precipitation
More weather updates will follow if any alerts are issued through the weekend.
