Pittsburgh, PA – Dry skies won’t last long in western Pennsylvania, as a round of rain is set to hit Pittsburgh by Friday afternoon, likely disrupting travel along major routes including I-376. A calm and sunny Thursday offers a brief break before an active weather pattern returns, with multiple rounds of showers forecast through the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service, rain is expected to begin after 2 p.m. Friday in Pittsburgh, with increasing clouds and a high near 64°F. The chance of precipitation rises to 70%, and new rainfall amounts could reach a tenth of an inch. Motorists are urged to use caution, especially during the evening commute.
Rain continues into Friday night with gusts up to 22 mph and lows in the upper 50s. Saturday brings a slight chance of morning showers, clearing slightly by midday, though another round could develop by evening. Highs Saturday will rise near 74°F.
Sunday looks wetter, with a high near 72°F and widespread showers likely after 8 a.m. Thunderstorms are possible. The chance of precipitation reaches 80%. If you’re traveling, monitor updates and use headlights in low visibility conditions.
Looking ahead to Monday, conditions remain unstable, with morning showers likely before tapering off. Highs fall slightly to around 61°F. Tuesday brings relief, with mostly sunny skies and highs near 53°F.
