Weather in Pittsburgh

Newcomers to Pittsburgh can expect a humid continental climate with four distinct seasons, hot summers, and year-round precipitation.

Pittsburgh winters, from December through February, are cold, with average temperatures ranging from 23°F (-5°C) to 42°F (6°C). The coldest months often see temperatures dropping well below freezing, and you can expect around 16 snowy days per year with seasonal snowfall.

Spring arrives gradually, with temperatures warming quickly from March onwards. Summers between June and August are warm and humid, with average temperatures from 61°F (16°C) to 85°F (29°C). July typically brings the warmest weather of the year.

Pittsburgh receives substantial rainfall throughout the year, averaging about 41 inches (104cm) annually. The wettest months tend to be late spring and summer, and May through July have the heaviest precipitation, although rain is fairly evenly distributed across the seasons.