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Storms slowly approach Western Pennsylvania
Scattered thunderstorms with heavy rains will move into the Pittsburgh area Tuesday morning. Storm Potential: Tuesday Morning Storms have stalled over Ohio with the timeline for showers pushing later into the morning. We continue to monitor a larger cluster of rain and storms. Strong winds and downpours are possible through Tuesday morning.
Western Pennsylvania faces strong storms and flash flooding overnight
A Severe Weather Alert is in effect tonight into Tuesday as strong storms could bring damaging winds, torrential rain and flash flooding.
Tonight into Tuesday AM for Western PA
Alert Days: Tonight into Tuesday AM for Western PA
Shower Chances Return for Western PA
Shower Chances Return for Western PA
Heat and Humidity Return for the Weekend
Heat and Humidity Return for the Weekend
Quiet Finish to the Week
Thanks Ava. Right now all is calm and quiet. That's going to be the trend over the next few days. Cooler for us today. Humidity will continue to drop this morning. We do have that cloud deck pretty thick right now, but the clouds will continue to decrease, so we will get some sunshine mixing in. Mostly sunny skies on Thursday. *** bit warmer for us on Friday.
Western Pennsylvania braces for severe thunderstorms, flooding & possible tornadoes
6:17 is *** severe weather alert day for us today. Strong to severe thunderstorms developing this afternoon as early as 1 o'clock. We will have two waves moving through. We're looking at damaging winds, isolated tornadoes, and flash flooding being the biggest storm threats for us right now.
Severe Storms this Afternoon and Evening
Isolated showers pass this morning but all eyes on the afternoon and early evening with severe storms developing. Today is a Severe Weather Alert Day.Severe Weather Alert Day Today is a Severe Weather Alert Day with the threat for strong to severe thunderstorms. Two rounds are expected today with the strongest line of storms approaching around 1pm- 5pm.
Strong to Severe Thunderstorms
A quiet start to the week until more rain and severe storms arrive Tuesday, which is a Severe Weather Alert Day.Wildfire Smoke Returns The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection issued a Code Orange Air Quality Alert for most of western PA. "Impulses" of more smoke will deteriorate air quality, turning unhealthy of sensitive groups. Limit or avoid strenuous activities.Severe Weather Alert Day TuesdayTuesday is a Severe Weather Alert Day with the threat for severe weather.
Alert Day: Dangerous Air Quality
Alert Day: Dangerous Air QualityHazy skies will increase as smoke from wildfires in western Ontario, Canada filter into our region. The smoke will start to thicken late this morning and continue to get worse through the day. The concern for the intensity of the smoke could allow for it to reach the ground. This would cause breathing problems for those who are sensitive to pollutants and have other underlying health concerns, like asthma.
Feels Like Temps in the Triple Digits
The heat and humidity stick around through the week as highs reach the lower to middle 90s and it will feel like it is almost 100 degrees. We will see relief from the heat when rain returns this weekend.High Heat & Humidity - Impact DaysOur dry stretch continues, but it comes with dangerous heat. Impact days remain through Thursday. Highs will warm back in the 90s in the afternoons through the week.
Hot & Humid for Western PA
High Heat & Humidity - This WeekAlthough our dry stretch continues it comes with dangerous heat. Today through Thursday will be Impact Days. Highs will warm back in the 90's by the afternoon and stay with us through the week. Wednesday should be the hottest and most humid day where it will feel like we are in the low 100s. Storm Chances Return for the WeekendThe good news is the heat, and humidity will be short lived as highs start dropping as we approach the weekend.
Hot & Humid to Kick Off the Work Week
Heat and Humidity This WeekOur dry stretch with sunshine will continue through the week with temperatures heating up! Highs will warm back to the 90's by Tuesday and staying with us through mid week. Wednesday should be the hottest and most humid day where it will feel like we are close to 100 degrees. Wednesday is an impact day.The good news is the heat, and humidity will be short lived as highs start dropping as we approach the weekend.
90s Return to Pittsburgh this Week
Areas of patchy fog, mainly south of I70 this morning While a stray shower can't be ruled out, we should now enter a dry spell that will take us through most of the upcoming week.Increasing Heat and HumidityOur dry stretch with sunshine will continue through next week, but the heat cranks up! Highs will warm back to 90 by Tuesday with us staying there on Wednesday.
Isolated Shower Today, Sunny Sunday Ahead
Areas of patchy fog to kick off your Saturday morning and a few showers can't be ruled out this afternoon.Saturday: Isolated ShowersPatchy fog in some spots this morning will impact some early morning errands. Clouds linger through the day and unfortunately there is still a risk for a pop-up shower or non-severe thunderstorm this afternoon.
Western Pennsylvania under flood watch as heavy rain and storms come through
All of Western Pennsylvania is under a Flood Watch until 10 p.m. with heavy rain expected through the area. Multiple counties are currently in a Flash Flood Warning.
Rain Returns this Afternoon, Flood Watch
Rain and storms return today. We also stay on the muggy side with humidity gradually dropping over the weekend.Impact Day - Scattered Storms, Flood WatchRain and storms returning today.A few showers passing this morning, but the bulk of the scattered rain and storms returns this afternoon and evening. Storms will produce heavy rainfall and some gusty winds. Rain should come to an end as we get close to sunset.
Scattered Rain and Storms to Finish the Week in Western PA
Humidity levels remain elevated and continues to plague us. Humidity will gradually drop over the weekend, after we see a few days of rain and storm chances. The wettest day this week will be Friday.Isolated Storms TodayWe can't rule out isolated showers and storms today, especially through the early afternoon.
Warm and Humid, Stray Shower Chances Linger for Western PA
Humidity levels remain elevated and continues to plague us. Humidity will gradually drop over the weekend. Dry Wednesday with rain chances to finish out the week. almost daily rain chances.Stray Shower TodayMost will remain rain free today with highs in the middle 80s and only a stray shower possible as we should keep a lid on any storm chances through the day.
Isolated PM Storms Linger for Western PA
447 RIGHT NOW AND A GOOD TUESDAY MORNING AS YOU GET READY TO STEP OUT THE DOOR, WE ARE NOTICING SOME AREAS OF PATCHY, DENSE FOG CONTINUING TO DEVELOP. THAT WILL BE THE TREND OVER THE NEXT COUPLE OF HOURS. TEMPERATURES HAVE DROPPED THIS WEEK, BUT THE HUMIDITY STILL LINGERS, SO IT'S STILL GOING TO BE REALLY STICKY FOR US. AND WE'LL HAVE SOME SHOWERS AND THUNDERSTORMS MIXING IN AS WE CONTINUE EVEN TODAY.
Dangerous Heat & Storm Chances into the 4th of July Weekend
An intense heat wave with high heat and humidity will last through the 4th of July weekend.Extreme Heat Warning for most of western PennsylvaniaAn Extreme Heat Warning is in effect until 10 p.m. Friday for Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Clarion, Fayette, Lawrence, Indiana, Greene, Washington, Westmoreland and Venango counties along with Monongalia County in West Virginia.A Heat Advisory is in effect until 10 p.m. Friday for the Laurel Highlands at Indiana, Westmoreland, Fayette,...
Scorching heat wave brings 100-degree feels-like temperatures for 4th of July weekend
Severe weather alert day for us. Uh, we are dealing with an extreme heat warning until Friday night. Now temperatures we hit 92 yesterday will be even warmer, even hotter I should say today, with the actual temperatures getting in the mid to upper 90s. But that extreme heat warning is extended for pretty much the entire area with the exception of higher elevations. You're still under *** heat advisory, which again remains in place until 10 o'clock Friday night.
Heat Warning in Place through Friday Night
An intense heat wave with high heat and humidity will last through the 4th of July weekend.Extreme Heat Warning for most of western PennsylvaniaAn Extreme Heat Warning is in effect until 10 p.m. Friday for Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Clarion, Fayette, Lawrence, Indiana, Greene, Washington, Westmoreland and Venango counties along with Monongalia County in West Virginia.A Heat Advisory is in effect until 10 p.m. Friday for the Laurel Highlands at Indiana, Westmoreland, Fayette,...
Dangerous Heat Takes Over Western PA
An intense heat wave begins today with high heat and humidity extending through the 4th of July weekend.Heat Advisory for most of western PennsylvaniaA Heat Advisory goes into effect at 11 a.m. and will extend until 10 p.m. Friday for Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Clarion, Fayette, Lawrence, Indiana, Greene, Washington, Westmoreland and Venango counties along with Monongalia County in West Virginia.
Scorching heat wave brings 100-degree feels-like temperatures for 4th of July weekend
This morning we do have that dense fog around, but all eyes will be on our severe weather alert day starting Tuesday, extending into Saturday heading into the holiday weekend, and we are going to have our temperatures hitting into the low 90s and the real feel when you factor in that humidity. It's over 100 degrees, so it's the air you can wear. It's very sticky. It's very hard for your body to cool down.
Severe Weather Alert Days this Week for Western PA
An intense heat wave begins on Tuesday with high heat and humidity extending through the 4th of July weekend.Severe Weather Alert Days for Extreme HeatThe heat cranks up this week! And it's not just the heat, "air you can wear" is ahead too. Scorching heat starts Tuesday and continues through at least Friday.
Pockets of heavy rain Saturday morning in Western Pennsylvania
SHAPIRO IN THIS YEAR'S GUBERNATORIAL RACE. GOT MOSTLY CLOUDY SKIES OUT THERE, A LITTLE GLOOMY, BUT TEMPERATURES AREN'T BAD. WE CAN'T RULE OUT A SPOTTY SHOWER, BUT WE DO HAVE SOME DRIER AIR IN PLACE. IT'S KIND OF FIZZLING OUT SOME OF THAT RAIN THAT'S TRYING TO WORK ITS WAY IN IMPACT. A AS WE GET INTO SATURDAY DUE TO THE RAIN, IT WILL BE A LITTLE BIT HEAVY AT TIMES, ESPECIALLY FROM ALLEGHENY COUNTY ON SOUTH. A STRAY SHOWER CAN'T BE RULED OUT IN THE LATE AFTERNOON AND SUNDAY.
PM Rain and Storms for Western PA
Today is an impact day with scattered showers and thunderstorms developing this afternoon. Friday is leaning more on the dry side with more rain late Friday and into Saturday morning. Impact Day With Rain, Thunderstorms Another rainmaker approaches from the west. Rain and storms will be scattered through the afternoon with a chance for any storm that develops to turn severe. Storm threats include damaging winds, heavy downpours, and hail. The tornado threat is low but can't be ruled out.
Sunny Today; Impact Days to Finish the Week
Dry with sunshine today. Impact Days Thursday and Friday with scattered showers and isolated storms returning to the region. Mid-Week SunshineHigh pressure for today will keep us dry with sunshine. The winds will be a bit calmer today and a few afternoon clouds mixing in but a great day to get outside and enjoy the day!A summer warm up is on the way with temperatures ticking higher by the day through the start of next week.Back to Back Impact DaysAnother rainmaker approaches to finish out the week.
Sunshine Returns Today; Rain to Finish the Week
Decreasing clouds this morning will give way to plenty of sunshine for today.Dry with SunshineHigh pressure builds in today and Wednesday. After some morning clouds will break to give plenty of sunshine today. Although we have the sun, it will be a bit on the breezy sidw tih winds gusting in the low 20s this afternoon.
Periods of Heavy Rain for Western PA
Impact Day today for periods of heavy rain as you get ready to head out the door this morning. Followed by scattered showers and potential afternoon thunderstorms. Impact Day: Heavy morning rain, spotty afternoon stormsMonday is an Impact Day for periods of steady rain and possible storms. The heaviest rain falls during the morning commute with showers gradually decreasing once we get past lunch.
Evening Storms Fizzle; Impact Day Monday
Isolated storms continue through the evening but drying out for Father's Day and Summer Solstice on Sunday.Dry Father's Day Showers will be the exception, not the rule tonight but if you're under one of these storm cells you will get caught with pockets of heavy rain, lightning and thunder. The storms look to fizzle out this evening around 9/10 pm. Father's Day will be dry too despite increasing clouds.
Isolated Shower Chances Linger into the Weekend for Western PA
Breezy today with a stray shower this afternoon but mainly a dry day and quiet weekend ahead. Dry for Juneteenth & Most of the WeekendMostly sunny to partly cloudy skies today. A bit on the breezy side with wind gusts this afternoon in the low to mid 20s. Temperatures will remain comfortable in the mid to upper 70s. Sunshine will linger through the weekend but we can't rule out a pop up shower/storm Saturday afternoon.
Morning storms, windy all day long
Today is a Severe Weather Alert Day for rain and storms during the morning commute. Strong winds will be an issue all day long. A Wind Advisory is in effect between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. for higher elevations of Fayette and Westmoreland counties along with parts of northern West Virginia.Alert Day: Rain and storms to start the dayToday's Severe Weather Alert Day is for strong to severe thunderstorms that are possible prior to 8 a.m. The storms may produce damaging winds, hail, and heavy rain.
Storms return to Pennsylvania with a risk of flash flooding, damaging winds , hail
THROUGH. STILL A LITTLE BIT OF LIGHT RAIN LINGERING IN THE SOUTHERN PORTIONS OF FAYETTE, EVEN DOWN INTO GARRETT AND SOMERSET COUNTY. THERE YOU CAN SEE IT NOW AGAIN, WE ARE GOING TO CONTINUE TO SEE THAT ROLL THROUGH AND A LITTLE BIT OF SUNSHINE TRYING TO PEEK THROUGH SOME OF THOSE CLOUDS. SEE THAT WITH OUR ACTION CAM HERE OVER THE CITY. LET'S TIME IT ALL OUT. IT'S GOING TO BE A RELATIVELY QUIET DAY. A LITTLE BREEZY, 20 TO 25 MILE PER HOUR WINDS. THOSE CLOUDS WILL THICKEN UP.
Risk for flash flooding and gusty winds
Second round of heavy rain will pass through tonight. Thursday is a Severe Weather Alert Day for rain and storms, from midnight to the Thursday morning commute.Rain returns, Severe Weather Alert Day ThursdayA few showers will be around Wednesday morning followed by a dry day, then, more rain overnight.Thursday is a Severe Weather Alert Day. Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible.
Rain Returns Late Wednesday, Impact Day Thursday
A cooler, rather refreshing air mass settles into western Pennsylvania. Rain chances will hold off until Wednesday. Thursday is now an Impact Day for rain and storms, especially around the morning commute.Dry and Comfortable Calm and quiet with comfortable temperatures today. Temperatures will dip close to 50° early this morning but daytime highs will rise into the mid 70s.Rain returns, Impact Day ThursdayA few showers will be around Wednesday morning followed by more rain overnight.
Scattered rain, thunderstorms return to Western Pennsylvania for a busy Saturday weekend
THAT'S A TEN MINUTE RIDE AT TURNPIKE TO VETERANS BRIDGE THIS MORNING, ASHLEY AND ALL IS CALM AND QUIET AS YOU HEAD OUT THE DOOR THIS MORNING AND THROUGH THE DAY CHANGES, THOUGH FOR A SEVERE WEATHER ALERT DAY ON SATURDAY. HERE'S THE TIMING OF IT. SATURDAY MORNING WE'LL HAVE SOME PASSING SHOWERS, POTENTIALLY NON-SEVERE STORM POPPING. IT'S ALL EYES ON THE AFTERNOON AND EVENING AS THAT FRONT MOVES THROUGH. WE COULD HAVE SOME STRONG TO SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS. A STRAY SHOWER EARLY SUNDAY BEFORE YOU WAKE UP.
Alert Day Saturday
A string of sunny, summer-like days lasts through today. Rain and storms return SaturdayExpect scattered showers and thunderstorms for the second half of Saturday, prompting an Impact Day.
Sun Fills the Sky Today, Rain Returns Saturday
A string of sunny, summer-like days lasts through the week. We are still watching rain chances over the weekend. Expect scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms, the second half of Saturday, prompting an Impact Day. Impact Day SaturdayIt is likely to be a busy weekend around western Pennsylvania with the Three Rivers Arts Festival, the Morgan Wallen concerts along with graduations and graduation parties.
Warm up kicks off today
A string of sunny, summer-like days begins today. High temperatures will peak in the lower 80s with a touch more humidity. We are still watching rain chances over the weekend. The rain's arrival time is the trickiest part of the forecast.Warming up through late-weekA speedy warm up is on tap today. After a refreshing morning, highs will peak around 80 degrees. Plenty of sunshine will rule the sky over Pittsburgh again.A stair climb warm up will continue through Friday.
Mild with sunshine again
Western Pennsylvania's daily dose of sunshine continues. A stray shower is possible this afternoon for the ridges of the Laurel Highlands, otherwise we are dry until the weekend. We are also tracking gradually warming temperatures, which brings a summer feeling by late week.Afternoon clouds, minimal shower chance todayIt is another refreshing morning with temperatures around 50 degrees. Highs will climb into the mid 70s again.
Sunshine Lingers Through the Week in Western PA
Our beautiful stretch of weather will continue into the work week with subtle changes in the look to the sky. Gradual warming temperatures by late week.A Few High Clouds TodayA weak cold front will send a few clouds our way today. High temperatures will hold steady in the mid 70s with low humidity. Our temperatures start to climb in the 80s by Thursday and stick around to finish out the work week.
Sunny Through the Weekend in Western PA
SUNNY WEEKEND We will enjoy daily sunshine, low humidity and daytime high temperatures near the mid 70s. Breezy through the afternoon on Saturday which may keep a little chill to the air but all and all a perfect day. As high pressure dominates our region, you can expect the finish out the weekend with another round of sunshine on Sunday. SUNSHINE CONTINUES...The sunshine extends into the upcoming work week and temperatures remain in the mid to upper 70s. TODAY: Mostly sunny & warm.
Flood watch in parts of Western Pennsylvania amid widespread rain Wednesday
Wednesday is an Impact Day with widespread rain that will be heavy at times. The majority of the heavy rain will be south of Pittsburgh.A flood watch has been issued by the National Weather Service for counties including Fayette, Greene and Washington. The watch is in effect through Wednesday evening.Impact Day Wednesday: Morning RainGiven proximity to the front, areas to the south of Allegheny County will be the wettest. Most of the rain will depart by noon.
Rain for the AM Commute
Wednesday is an Impact Day with widespread rain that is heavy at times. The majority of the rain will be south of Pittsburgh.Impact Day Wednesday: Morning RainA Flood Watch is in effect until 4 pm. for Fayette, Greene, Washington, Monongalia, Preston, and Garrett Counties.Given proximity to the front, areas to the south of Allegheny County will be the wettest. The best time to see rain will be early Wednesday morning and most of the rain will depart by noon.
Memorial Day forecast
USPS LOCATIONS NATIONWIDE STARTING JUNE 1ST. RIGHT NOW, AS YOU GET UP AND GET GOING, IF YOU DO HAVE TO GET UP EARLY THIS MORNING, YOU WILL ENCOUNTER SOME AREAS OF PATCHY, DENSE FOG. BUT IF YOU'RE HEADING TO ANY OF THE PARADES TODAY OR ANY REMEMBRANCE SERVICES IS GOING TO BE REALLY NICE, WE'LL HAVE SOME DECREASING CLOUDS. STRAY SHOWERS SOUTH CAN'T BE RULED OUT TOMORROW, ESPECIALLY LATE AFTERNOON AND EVENING, THEN RAIN RETURNING ON WEDNESDAY, ESPECIALLY SOUTH.
Drying out for Memorial Day in Western PA
The last bit of rain moves out this morning but areas of patchy fog will linger through the AM. Some sunshine expected this afternoon too. Memorial Day forecastAreas of patchy fog for the morning but clouds are expected to decrease through the afternoon. Dry skies will cooperate for the start of parades and remembrance services and day time highs will top off in the upper 70s.Mild end to MayTemperatures will stay warm to wrap up the month of May. Tuesday will be the warmest day of the week.
Back to Back Impact Days heading into Memorial Day Weekend
A soggy pattern sets up for Memorial Day weekend. Impact Days today and Saturday.Impact Days: Today and SaturdayThe front that brought our rain Wednesday into Thursday returns this afternoon to bring rain showers to Western PA. Rain looks to return by lunch time, from south to north, through the day. The heaviest rain will fall Friday night into Saturday morning when heavy downpours are most likely.
Soggy weather heading into Memorial Day weekend for the Pittsburgh area
BRAXTON ASHCROFT WILL GET THE START. TO KICK OFF THE MORNING WITH SOME RAIN SHOWERS ARE CONTINUING TO MOVE SOUTHWARD. WET MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND. WE GOT THREE DAYS IN A ROW EXTENDING INTO FRIDAY AND SATURDAY. WE ARE GOING TO BE WARMING UP, BUT NOT ONLY THIS WEEKEND BUT INTO NEXT WEEK AS YOU READY TO STEP OUT THE DOOR INTO ALLEGHENY COUNTY? SHOWERS ARE STARTING TO TAPER OFF ALONG 28, BUT STILL HOLDING ON AND RELATIVELY LIGHT ALONG THE PARKWAY EAST, EVEN DOWN ALONG 51 AND 79.
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