Pittsburgh, Pa. – Travelers in western Pennsylvania should brace for dangerous downpours and afternoon thunderstorms Thursday, July 17th, with Pittsburgh and surrounding areas in the crosshairs for flooding and hazardous driving conditions—especially along I-376 and other busy roadways.
According to the National Weather Service, strong storms are expected between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Thursday, bringing heavy rain, lightning, and gusty winds to Allegheny County and beyond. Rainfall could top a half inch in some spots, raising the risk of localized street flooding and delays for evening commuters. Authorities urge residents to avoid driving through flooded roads and to keep electronic devices fully charged in case of power outages.
Specific impacts will be felt across neighborhoods from Squirrel Hill to Robinson, with thunderstorms also likely in nearby cities like McKeesport, Bethel Park, and Monroeville. Utility crews are preparing for potential downed branches and scattered outages. Outdoor activities, including summer events and sports leagues, could be postponed as storms move through.
Showers and storms will linger Thursday night, with periods of rain possible into Friday. The unsettled pattern continues into the weekend, bringing chances for additional rain Saturday and Sunday before temperatures rebound early next week.
What’s next? Rain and storm chances remain high through Sunday, with gradual clearing by Monday. Stay tuned for more advisories as the forecast evolves.
Five-Day Forecast: Pittsburgh, Pa.
- Thursday, July 17th: Showers and thunderstorms, especially after 2 p.m. High near 87°F. Chance of precipitation 90%.
- Friday, July 18th: Showers likely, thunder possible after 2 p.m. High near 86°F. Chance of precipitation 40%.
- Saturday, July 19th: Showers likely, possible thunder after 2 p.m. High near 84°F. Chance of precipitation 70%.
- Sunday, July 20th: Showers likely, isolated thunderstorms. High near 84°F. Chance of precipitation 70%.
- Monday, July 21st: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. High near 84°F. Chance of precipitation 40%.
- Tuesday, July 22nd: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, high near 87°F. Chance of precipitation 50%.
Warnings remain in effect through Sunday—keep monitoring for updates and be weather-aware as the summer storms continue.
