PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Drivers across western Pennsylvania should prepare for changing skies Monday as storms and gusty winds move through the region. Travel along major routes including I-376 and I-79 could be slowed by afternoon thunderstorms. Officials urge commuters to plan for delays and remain cautious on slick roads.
According to the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, storms are expected to develop after 2 p.m. Monday with gusts up to 21 mph. While rain chances stand at 30 percent, the possibility of lightning and sudden downpours means outdoor activities could be disrupted. West winds will shift between 6 and 11 mph, with stronger gusts adding to the risk.
Monday night brings partly cloudy skies and calmer winds, though a stray shower could linger into early Tuesday. Temperatures will dip to the mid-50s, making for a cooler start to the workweek. By Tuesday afternoon, another round of showers and isolated thunderstorms may develop, before clearing sets the stage for a dry midweek stretch.
Wednesday offers a break from unsettled skies, with sunshine and a high near 74. Cooler nights, with lows around 51, will bring early hints of autumn. From Thursday into the weekend, Pittsburgh stays mostly sunny with highs in the upper 70s, creating safer travel and better outdoor conditions.
Residents are advised to monitor updates and limit unnecessary travel during storm periods Monday. Stronger weather alerts could be issued if thunderstorm activity intensifies.
Five-Day Forecast for Pittsburgh, Pa.:
- Monday: High 76, chance of storms after 2 p.m., gusts up to 21 mph.
- Tuesday: High 72, scattered showers and storms until evening, low 51.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 74, low 51.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 77, low 55.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 78, low 53.
