Pittsburgh 2025 Winter Forecast: Expect Snowy and Cold Conditions
Pittsburgh residents should prepare for a winter filled with snowy and cold conditions as the 2025 winter forecast has been released. The forecast predicts significant precipitation and temperature fluctuations, indicating a season that will exhibit familiar winter characteristics.
Pittsburgh 2025 Winter Forecast Overview
This winter’s forecast reports expectations of colder temperatures and above-average snowfall. The KDKA First Alert Weather team has utilized extensive data analysis to understand what Western Pennsylvania can anticipate this season.
Previous Winter Performance
Last year’s forecast indicated that snowfall would exceed the previous winter’s accumulation but fell short of the average. The region experienced 34 inches of snow, significantly higher than the prior winter’s total, yet about 10 inches below the average winter accumulation.
- 2022-2023 snowfall: 34 inches
- Average seasonal snowfall: 41.9 inches
2025 Snowfall Expectations
The forecast for this season suggests that November could see approximately 2 inches of snow. By December, snowfall is expected to total around 4 inches, slightly below average. January and February are forecasted to be more generous, with:
- January: 14 inches
- February: 11 inches
Additionally, March may bring another 5 inches, followed by an inch in April. Overall, Pittsburgh is looking at a total of 37 inches, which is more than the last winter.
Temperature Predictions
The winter of 2025 is anticipated to experience cold conditions. Temperatures are expected to hover near the average, with some fluctuations potentially dipping 2 degrees below normal. Factors like the weak La Niña phenomenon contribute to these expected temperature trends.
Outlook for a White Christmas
Pittsburgh’s chances for a white Christmas, defined as having at least 1 inch of snow on the ground by December 25, rest at approximately 30%. The likelihood of snow falling on Christmas Day is even more limited, with a mere 17% chance. The city achieved a white Christmas in 2022, having 1 inch of snow, while 2020 produced the snowiest Christmas on record with 5.1 inches.
Winter Conditions Summary
In conclusion, the 2025 winter forecast for Pittsburgh indicates a season of snowy and cold weather. Residents can expect colder-than-average conditions, albeit with notable snowfall, promising a typical Pittsburgh winter experience.
