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Western Pennsylvania Weather Alert: Pittsburgh Snow Friday, Nov 12-16
Pittsburgh, PA – Rain soaked highways could meet the first hints of wintry weather as colder air moves across western Pennsylvania, bringing a rain snow mix Friday morning and temperatures approaching
By Caleb Mercer · 2026-11-12T09:17:41.363Z
Pittsburgh, PA – Rain soaked highways could meet the first hints of wintry weather as colder air moves across western Pennsylvania, bringing a rain snow mix Friday morning and temperatures approaching freezing.
Pittsburgh faces a 90% chance of showers Thursday before temperatures fall toward 36 degrees Thursday night. A brief period of snow showers becomes possible early Friday.
According to the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, showers will develop mainly before 1 p.m. Thursday, with temperatures reaching 52 degrees.
The developing weather pattern marks a significant shift toward colder November conditions across Allegheny County and surrounding communities.
Thursday Friday: Rain Could Mix With Snow Thursday brings widespread showers, with precipitation chances reaching 90%.
Rainfall amounts should remain below one tenth of an inch, according to the latest local forecast.
Northwest winds increase to 6 to 11 mph as colder air begins arriving.
Thursday night temperatures fall toward 36 degrees, with a 30% chance of rain showers before 3 a.m.
A slight chance of snow showers follows after 5 a.m. Friday.
Friday morning could bring a brief rain snow mix before 9 a.m., followed by a chance of rain showers.
Temperatures will reach only 46 degrees, with northwest winds of 7 to 10 mph.
The National Weather Service currently expects little or no snow accumulation in Pittsburgh.
Still, drivers traveling along Interstate 376, Interstate 79 and Interstate 279 should monitor conditions during the morning commute.
Wet pavement and changing precipitation types could create localized travel concerns, particularly where temperatures approach freezing.
Saturday Sunday: Colder Weekend Takes Hold Saturday brings another chance of showers, mainly after 1 p.m., with precipitation probabilities around 30%.
Temperatures will struggle to reach 44 degrees, making Saturday the coldest afternoon of the five day period.
Saturday night temperatures rebound slightly to around 34 degrees.
Sunday offers mostly cloudy skies and a high near 48 degrees, followed by temperatures around 36 Sunday night.
While widespread icy travel is not specifically predicted, motorists should remain alert for isolated slick spots where moisture freezes.
Winter Weather Expands Across the Northeast The NOAA Weather Prediction Center expects a strengthening coastal storm to bring widespread precipitation and colder air across the eastern United States.
Accumulating snow is more likely in higher elevations of New York, northeastern Pennsylvania and northern New England.
Pittsburgh's current outlook supports only a brief rain snow mix, without meaningful snowfall accumulation.
As Thanksgiving approaches, residents should prepare for additional cold weather changes, although specific snow events later in November remain uncertain.
Pittsburgh Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 12 16 Thursday, Nov. 12: Showers, mainly before 1 p.m. High 52°F. Rain chance 90%. Low 36°F. Friday, Nov. 13: Slight chance of rain and snow showers early, followed by rain chances. High 46°F. Precipitation chance 30%. Low 32°F. Saturday, Nov. 14: Mostly cloudy, chance of afternoon showers. High 44°F. Rain chance 30%. Low 34°F. Sunday, Nov. 15: Mostly cloudy, high 48°F. Low 36°F. Monday, Nov. 16: Mostly cloudy, high 49°F. Low 32°F. Extended outlook: Tuesday brings mostly sunny skies and a high near 50 degrees, followed by a low around 29. Wednesday could reach 54 degrees.
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