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Pittsburgh, PA Weather Alert: Cold Nights, Warm Days Oct 24-26
Pittsburgh, PA – Bright sunshine and increasingly mild afternoons will bring a noticeable late October warmup to Pittsburgh heading into Monday, Oct. 26, when temperatures are expected to reach 70 deg
By Nora Whitfield · 2026-10-23T09:11:12.642Z
Pittsburgh, PA – Bright sunshine and increasingly mild afternoons will bring a noticeable late October warmup to Pittsburgh heading into Monday, Oct. 26, when temperatures are expected to reach 70 degrees. Before the warmer weather arrives, residents will experience chilly weekend mornings, with temperatures falling as low as 36 degrees Saturday night. The contrast between cold early mornings and comfortable afternoons will be the defining feature of the forecast, offering favorable conditions for outdoor activities while keeping jackets necessary for anyone heading outside before sunrise.
According to the National Weather Service forecast for Pittsburgh, temperatures will climb from a high near 64 degrees Friday to approximately 70 degrees Monday, with sunny skies expected throughout the weekend. Overnight lows will remain considerably cooler, dropping near 38 degrees Friday night, 36 degrees Saturday night and 38 degrees Sunday night. The extended outlook shows little change in the dry weather pattern through the middle of next week, with temperatures remaining generally mild during the afternoons.
Weekend Sunshine Sets Up Monday's Warmup Friday, Oct. 23, will bring sunny skies and a high near 64 degrees, with calm winds becoming northeast around 5 mph during the afternoon. Clear conditions will continue Friday night as temperatures fall toward 38 degrees. East winds around 5 mph are expected to become calm after midnight, allowing the Pittsburgh area to experience another chilly autumn morning Saturday.
Saturday, Oct. 24, will feature abundant sunshine and a high near 66 degrees. Calm winds should make the afternoon comfortable for outdoor activities, particularly after temperatures recover from the colder morning hours. Clear skies will return Saturday night, with temperatures falling to approximately 36 degrees and light east winds developing.
Sunday, Oct. 25, continues the gradual warming trend, with sunny skies and temperatures reaching approximately 67 degrees. Calm winds will accompany the afternoon before mostly clear conditions develop Sunday night. Temperatures are expected to fall near 38 degrees, providing another chilly start before Monday's warmer conditions arrive.
Temperature Differences Could Affect Morning Travel and Outdoor Plans The contrast between Saturday night's projected low of 36 degrees and Monday's high of 70 degrees represents a 34 degree difference across roughly two days. This is a gradual warming pattern rather than a sudden temperature jump within a few hours, but residents will likely notice the change when comparing early morning conditions with afternoon temperatures.
Drivers using Interstate 376, Interstate 279, Interstate 79 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike should prepare for cool morning conditions, particularly in valleys and lower lying areas where temperatures can vary. The supplied forecast does not indicate freezing precipitation, snow or widespread weather related travel disruptions. However, clear skies could create sun glare during morning and evening commuting periods.
The mild afternoons should provide favorable conditions for outdoor recreation across Pittsburgh and surrounding Allegheny County communities. Residents planning park visits, neighborhood events or weekend errands can expect sunshine throughout much of the period. Those attending early morning activities should still consider additional layers, especially Saturday and Sunday when temperatures begin in the upper 30s.
Monday Reaches 70 Before a Modest Cooldown Monday, Oct. 26, is expected to become the warmest day in the available forecast, with sunshine and a high near 70 degrees. That represents a 6 degree increase from Friday's projected high. Monday night will become partly cloudy, with temperatures falling near 43 degrees, noticeably milder than the preceding weekend nights.
Tuesday, Oct. 27, will bring mostly sunny skies and a high near 66 degrees, followed by a mostly cloudy night around 43. Wednesday should become partly sunny with a high near 68, while Thursday could bring another return to 70 degrees under mostly sunny skies.
No significant storms, accumulating precipitation or widespread hazardous weather are indicated in the supplied forecast through Thursday. The primary weather consideration will remain the difference between chilly mornings and warmer afternoons.
Will Pittsburgh's return to 70 degree weather Monday change your plans for the start of the workweek?
Five Day Weather Outlook Friday 10/23: Sunny skies will bring a high near 64 degrees, with calm winds becoming northeast around 5 mph during the afternoon; tonight will remain clear, with temperatures falling near 38 degrees and light east winds becoming calm after midnight.
Saturday 10/24: Sunshine will continue across Pittsburgh, with a high near 66 degrees and calm winds providing comfortable afternoon conditions; Saturday night will turn clear and chilly, with temperatures dropping to approximately 36 degrees and light east winds.
Sunday 10/25: Sunny skies and calm winds will accompany a high near 67 degrees, continuing the gradual weekend warming trend; Sunday night will remain mostly clear, with temperatures falling near 38 degrees before Monday's warmer afternoon arrives.
Monday 10/26: Sunshine will push temperatures toward 70 degrees, making Monday the warmest day in the five day outlook; Monday night will become partly cloudy, with temperatures falling to approximately 43 degrees as the mild weather pattern continues.
Tuesday 10/27: Mostly sunny skies will bring a high near 66 degrees, marking a modest 4 degree cooldown from Monday; Tuesday night will become mostly cloudy, with temperatures falling near 43 degrees and no significant precipitation indicated in the supplied forecast.
Extended Weather Outlook Wednesday, Oct. 28, is expected to be partly sunny, with a high near 68 degrees. Wednesday night will become partly cloudy, with temperatures falling near 44 degrees.
Thursday, Oct. 29, should bring mostly sunny skies and a high near 70 degrees, continuing the generally mild late October weather pattern.
The supplied National Weather Service forecast does not provide verified precipitation probabilities or detailed six to 10 day outlook information beyond Thursday. No additional significant storm threat can be established from the available data.