Morning in Pittsburgh started quietly enough: clear skies, cool air in the mid-50s, and not much drama. That calm will not stick around for long. Rain is expected to move in after sunrise and stay in the mix through the afternoon, with steady showers, heavier downpours at times, and scattered thunderstorms that could cut visibility and bog down the evening drive.
Timing And What To Expect
Showers should spread across the area shortly after sunrise, with scattered storms most likely from mid-morning into the late afternoon. The high is expected to top out near 66°F. The strongest cells could squeeze out about one-half to three-quarters of an inch of rain in a short burst, which means slower travel and some standing water on roads are on the table, according to the National Weather Service.
Storms, Severe Risk, And The Commute
The main severe concern today is damaging wind gusts, with a marginal risk focused south and east of the…..