Pittsburgh Weather: Chilly Temperatures and Rain Expected This Week

Pittsburgh is experiencing a significant drop in temperatures, marking a chilly start to the week. As of October 21, 2024, the area is seeing overcast conditions with temperatures in the mid-60s to lower 70s during the day, but dropping significantly at night.

The National Weather Service forecasts a chance of showers throughout the week, with the highest likelihood on Monday and Tuesday nights. Rainfall amounts are expected to be substantial, with up to 2-4 inches of rain and isolated areas possibly seeing up to 6 inches by Tuesday.

Wind gusts are also a factor, with east winds ranging from 5 to 10 mph, and some areas experiencing gusts up to 20 mph. The humidity remains high, with an average humidity of around 70-80% throughout the week.

The weekend is expected to bring clearer skies, with mostly sunny conditions on Saturday and Sunday, although there is still a chance of showers on Sunday afternoon.

This weather pattern follows a recent period of frost in western Pennsylvania and northern West Virginia, which experienced their first substantial frost of the season on Friday morning.