Pittsburgh, PA – As mild conditions settle over Pittsburgh today, a significant shift in weather is on the horizon. Residents should prepare for thunderstorms expected to sweep through the area Sunday, followed by a notable drop in temperatures early next week. Thunderstorms, which may bring strong winds and heavy rain, are likely throughout Sunday, with cooler weather and potential frost arriving by Tuesday.
According to the U.S. National Weather Service Pittsburgh, temperatures will peak at 76 degrees on Sunday but will begin to fall as the system moves through. Winds may reach up to 16 mph, bringing a chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening. Residents are advised to secure outdoor items and remain indoors during periods of heavy rain and lightning.
Following the storms, Pittsburgh will experience a marked drop in temperatures, with highs in the low 50s forecasted for Tuesday. Overnight lows are expected to plunge into the 30s, bringing a significant risk of frost. Those with sensitive plants or outdoor gardens are encouraged to take precautions to protect them.
On Monday, expect partly sunny skies with highs around 59 degrees. Tuesday’s forecast calls for scattered showers and highs of 52, with a chilling low of 39 by nighttime. These cooler temperatures will persist into Wednesday, with a high of 52 and lows dipping near the freezing point.
Residents should monitor local weather updates and take necessary actions to protect property and plants from the impending frost. This change in weather signals the onset of cooler fall temperatures across the region, which are expected to last through mid-October.
