Pittsburgh Weather: 25 mph Wind Gusts Wednesday Before Rain Arrives Wednesday Night

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – A shift in weather patterns is on the horizon for Pittsburgh, starting with gusty winds and a potential for rain by the middle of the week. While Wednesday will feature sunshine, residents should be aware of wind gusts that could impact morning commutes and outdoor activities.

According to the National Weather Service, Wednesday will bring a slight chance of morning showers before 9 a.m., followed by mostly sunny skies and a high near 87 degrees. Winds will be out of the southwest at 7 to 15 mph, with gusts reaching up to 25 mph. Conditions will deteriorate Wednesday night, with showers and thunderstorms likely before 4 a.m. and a 90% chance of precipitation.

Thursday will continue the wet trend, with a 60% chance of showers and a high temperature of 78 degrees. Winds will remain relatively light out of the west at 7 mph. By Thursday night, the precipitation chance drops to 30%, with mostly cloudy skies and a low near 60 degrees.

Residents in Allegheny County should take precautions against potential localized ponding from the expected quarter to half-inch of rain on Wednesday night. Keep a watchful eye on changing road conditions during the early morning hours on Thursday.

Looking ahead, Friday will bring pleasant conditions with mostly sunny skies and a high of 79 degrees. Saturday features a 50% chance of storms with a high of 83 degrees. Sunday shows a 30% chance of showers and a high of 84 degrees. Monday will be mostly sunny with a high of 84 degrees. Tuesday brings a 40% chance of showers and a high of 88 degrees.