Pennsylvania – Steel-gray skies hang low over the rivers this morning as the cold tightens its grip. Breath fogs instantly, and metal railings burn bare hands across the Pittsburgh metro.
According to the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, a Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect until 10 a.m. Wind chills have dropped as low as 15 degrees below zero across western Pennsylvania, eastern Ohio, and northern West Virginia. Even brief exposure can lead to frostbite without proper protection.
Drivers should stay alert during the morning commute. Bridges and overpasses along I-376, I-279, Route 28, and the Parkway East can refreeze quickly, despite dry conditions. Side streets and shaded areas remain slick after earlier melt and refreeze cycles, increasing crash risk.
Actual air temperatures hover in the single digits early, with highs reaching only the upper teens today. Winds ease slightly by afternoon, but the cold lingers. Tonight turns calmer and clear, allowing temperatures to fall below zero again in outlying valleys.
A noticeable shift arrives Monday. Sunshine and lighter winds help temperatures climb near 28 degrees, easing wind chill concerns. Tuesday brings a stronger warm-up, with highs jumping into the mid-40s as southwest flow develops. Melting snow during the day may refreeze after sunset, keeping patchy ice a concern.
Midweek holds onto the transition. A weak system may bring light snow flakes or sprinkles Tuesday night into early Wednesday, with minimal accumulation expected. Highs settle in the mid-30s Wednesday before dipping slightly late week.
Looking ahead, the broader pattern favors moderation. The Arctic air retreats, and signs point toward above-normal temperatures later in the week and beyond, hinting at a February thaw.
Until the cold loosens, limit outdoor time, layer up, and check on neighbors. How are conditions where you are this morning?
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Pittsburgh, PA
Today: Mostly sunny, high near 18°F
Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 28°F
Tuesday: Partly sunny, high near 45°F
Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 35°F
Thursday: Mostly cloudy, high near 31°F
