Pittsburgh residents should brace for a wintry mix this week, as light snow accumulation is forecasted for Sunday, particularly in the areas north and east of the city. The National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA has noted that rounds of rain and snow chances are set to continue through the next week. Despite the snowfall, low temperatures are predicted to dive into the teens by Sunday night, laying down the foundation for a frosty week ahead.
According to the National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA, morning report, “a rain/snow mix with little accumulations expected elsewhere” is predicted for the Pittsburgh area, while “low temps drop back into the teens” could result in efficient cooling Sunday night. Precipitation should start as snow before potentially transitioning to a mix of rain and snow further south. Outside of the designated ridge areas and south of Interstate 80, significant snow accumulation seems unlikely.
Looking into Monday and Tuesday, conditions appear to trend drier and colder under the influence of high pressure. The National Weather Service report indicates, “a brief stay over of high pressure Monday promotes light winds and temperatures largely below freezing,” ushering in a stretch of colder-than-usual weather for Pittsburgh. A new system is expected to bring additional light snow on Tuesday, particularly targeting regions north of Pittsburgh, though roadways are forecasted to stay mostly clear…