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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Pittsburgh climate

Pittsburgh’s mild summer is framed by humidity, allergies, and a long cold season

On Pittsburgh’s climate display, an 84°F average summer high, 16 days above 90, and a Very Good summer feel sit beside a 24°F average winter low, 124 days below freezing, and a Poor winter feel. The humidity row is 77 percent, 5 months are comfortable, and solar exposure is 1,379 peak sun hours per year. May through September remain the best listed months, while January, February, and December are toughest.

Pittsburgh’s air display is Excellent, while allergy levels are Poor. The modeled fine particle line is Good at 7.1 micrograms per cubic meter for 2021 to 2025. The climate ledger marks heat risk Low, drought risk Low to Medium, and weather volatility Moderate. Pittsburgh’s summer row is manageable for some households, but the home still has to carry heating, moisture, indoor time, and winter travel.

Living through the seasons

Summers are the easier season. Winter comfort deserves a closer look.

Overall Comfort
Moderate

2.4 / 5

Average Summer High
84°F

Mild · 84°F

Days Above 90°F
16 days/year

Excellent

Summer Feel
Very Good

4.1 / 5

Average Winter Low
24°F / -4°C

Fair

Days Below Freezing
124 days/year

Poor

Winter Feel
Poor

1 / 5

The shape of the year

Humidity, comfortable months, and sunshine show how the seasons differ.

Humidity
77%

Good

Comfortable Months
5 months

Fair

Solar Exposure
1379 peak sun hrs/yr

Poor

Air, allergies, and weather

Air quality and allergies shape day to day comfort. The best months and weather risks help with timing.

Air and allergies

Air Quality
Excellent

4.7 / 5

Allergy Levels
Poor

Current AQI

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Current PM2.5

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Timing and weather

Long Term Fine Particle Pollution
7.1 µg/m³ 2021-2025 modeled average

Good · 7.1 µg/m³ 2021-2025 modeled average

Best Months
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Toughest Months
Jan, Feb, Dec
Heat Risk
Low

Very Good

Drought Risk
Low - Medium (0.2-0.4)
Weather Volatility
Moderate

2.8 / 5

Pittsburgh in everyday life

Could Pittsburgh work for you?

What may work well

  • Pittsburgh has an 84°F average summer high, only 16 days above 90, and 1,379 peak sun hours in the climate display.
  • Excellent air quality and Good modeled fine particle pollution provide useful air planning references, while the Poor allergy label remains visible.
  • The best months align with Pittsburgh trails, parks, riverfront destinations, museums, and cultural places.

What to think about

  • A 24°F average winter low and 124 freezing days make heating, entry, parking, hills, and winter travel central.
  • Humidity is 77 percent and allergy levels are Poor, so ventilation, indoor options, and personal sensitivity matter.
  • Five comfortable months leave a long part of the year for indoor planning, weather preparation, and a careful return route.

Plan Pittsburgh around the cold season as well as summer

  1. Visit in winter and a warm month

    Notice heating, insulation, moisture, windows, entry surfaces, hills, parking, shade, ventilation, allergies, and the route from the home to care, groceries, parks, and culture.

  2. Price climate inside the home

    Ask about heating, cooling, insulation, pipes, roof, windows, power, moisture, insurance, maintenance, and the household’s plan for 124 freezing days.

  3. Pair outdoor and indoor choices

    Compare the Three Rivers Heritage Trail, city parks, Frick Park, Schenley Park, Carnegie Museums, the Cultural District, home options, and care routes.

  4. Keep climate labels distinct

    Use Excellent air quality, Good modeled fine particle pollution, Poor allergies, Low climate heat risk, Low to Medium drought risk, Moderate volatility, and High safety heat and storm rows separately.

Questions retirees ask

What is Pittsburgh’s climate like?

The displayed Pittsburgh climate combines an 84°F average summer high and 16 days above 90 with a 24°F average winter low and 124 days below freezing. Its humidity row is 77 percent, 5 months are comfortable, and the listed allergy level is Poor. May through September are the best listed months.

Does Pittsburgh have a hard winter?

Pittsburgh lists a 24°F average winter low, 124 days below freezing, and a Poor winter feel. Heating, insulation, entry surfaces, hills, parking, pipes, power, and care travel should be reviewed at the home.

Are Pittsburgh summers hot?

The published summer high is 84°F, with 16 days above 90 and a Very Good summer feel. Humidity is 77 percent, so cooling, ventilation, shade, hydration, allergies, and the route home still deserve attention.

Is Pittsburgh air quality good?

The air quality field is Excellent, and modeled fine particle pollution is Good at 7.1 micrograms per cubic meter for 2021 to 2025. Keep that period average beside the Poor allergy label, humidity, weather, and the household’s own needs.

When is Pittsburgh most comfortable outdoors?

May, June, July, August, and September are the best listed months, and 5 months are comfortable. The Three Rivers Heritage Trail, parks, museums, and the selected home still need to fit mobility, weather, allergies, and the route back.

Pittsburgh offers a manageable summer and a strong river and park setting, but the 24°F winter low, 124 freezing days, 77 percent humidity, Poor allergies, and five comfortable months make the home carry much of the year. For Pittsburgh’s climate plan, choose Save, Compare, or Find my fit.

Sources

Climate comfort helps estimate how practical daily life may feel across the year, especially for heat, humidity, cold, and seasonal constraints.

Seasonal timing, health conditions, air conditioning, air quality, and elevation can change the lived experience.

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