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Pittsburgh Braces for Humid, Rainy Week After Above-Normal Heat
7/5/2026, 9:29:42 PM
Current Weather Outlook: From 90-Degree Days to Scattered Showers
Pittsburgh recorded its fifth 90-degree day yesterday, a temperature above the norm for the month so far. The forecast now calls for scattered showers and thunderstorms this afternoon and evening, with a reduced risk of damaging winds. Flooding has become the primary concern following flash-flood reports.
Heat Spike and Flash-Flooding Background
The fifth 90-degree day helped set conditions that led to flash-flooding in several neighborhoods yesterday.
Forecast Data & Statistics
Hourly temperatures will range from a low of 78 °F at 9 a.m. to a peak of 82 °F at 3 p.m., with cloudy skies and showers. Highs will stay in the low-to-mid 80s, but humidity will make it feel like the upper 80s to low 90s. Wednesday and Thursday daytime are expected to be the driest periods, while Saturday may bring a break in rain and humidity.
Impact on Residents and Outdoor Activities
The combination of high humidity and frequent showers threatens outdoor plans; any outdoor events this week could face rain or thunderstorms, and lingering flood-affected areas may remain vulnerable. Saturday’s relief could allow postponed activities to resume.
Official Statements & Responses
KDKA Weather Center noted that the severe wind threat has lessened, shifting focus to flooding risk as moisture returns. Humidity will stay elevated through the week, with the most favorable outdoor conditions on Wednesday and Thursday. Saturday is forecast to bring reduced rain and humidity, offering temporary relief.
Verbatim Quotes
- "Yesterday was our fifth 90-degree day of the year, putting us well above normal for the month so far." — KDKA Weather Center
- "After a foggy start to our morning, we are looking at scattered showers and storms again this afternoon and evening, with a lower severe weather threat in terms of damaging winds, but flooding is now the main concern, especially coming off of yesterday, when flash flooding happened for some areas." — KDKA Weather Center
- "Humidity levels over the next week KDKA Weather Center Highs today and pretty much all week long will be in the low to mid 80s, but it will feel in the upper 80s and even low 90s for some because of the humidity sticking around." — KDKA Weather Center
- "Our driest days will be Wednesday and during the day on Thursday if you have anything you need to get done outdoors; otherwise, any outdoor events this week could be disrupted with rain showers and even some thunderstorms." — KDKA Weather Center
- "On Saturday, we could get relief from the rain and humidity." — KDKA Weather Center
What's Next: Anticipated Saturday Relief
Forecasters expect Saturday to bring lower precipitation and humidity, allowing residents to resume outdoor activities with fewer weather-related disruptions.
