Pittsburgh, PA — Strong thunderstorms could hit the Pittsburgh region Saturday night, threatening to disrupt Easter Sunday plans and linger through early next week.
According to the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, a cold front will bring an 80% chance of showers and thunderstorms late Saturday, with precipitation beginning after 2 p.m. Showers are also likely Sunday, with lingering rainfall continuing through Tuesday, potentially impacting both commutes and outdoor events. Gusty southwest winds and locally heavy downpours are expected during Saturday’s storms, posing potential hazards for travel, especially on I-376 and I-79.
On Friday, residents can expect breezy but dry conditions with a high near 79°F and southwest winds gusting up to 28 mph. Saturday brings a high near 75°F before the weather shifts. Rain could begin in the afternoon with storms developing into the evening hours. Rainfall may exceed a quarter inch in some areas, especially during storms.
⚠️ Easter Sunday Impact:
Plan for a wet Easter across western Pennsylvania. Showers are likely throughout Sunday, with a high near 68°F. Conditions remain unsettled into Monday and Tuesday.
🌤️ 5-Day Pittsburgh Forecast:
- Friday: Mostly sunny, breezy. High: 79°F.
- Saturday: Showers and storms after 2 p.m. High: 75°F.
- Sunday (Easter): Showers likely. High: 68°F.
- Monday: Showers likely, mostly cloudy. High: 48°F.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny. High: 73°F.
