Pittsburgh New Year's Eve Snowstorm: Latest Info

PITTSBURGH, PA — Pittsburgh will usher in 2026 with what is predicted to be a significant snowstorm.

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Pittsburgh and surrounding counties that will be in effect from 1 p.m. today until 10 a.m. on New Year's Day.

In a social media post early Wednesday, the weather service said counties in the advisory area should expect three to six inches of snow. A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for counties further east of the Pittsburgh area and accumulations of four to 10 inches are expected in those areas.

According to the weather service, there will be a brief lull in snowfall this afternoon but don't let that fool you. The peak window for hazardous travel is roughly 7 p.m.-2 a.m., which coincides directly with many people heading to or returning from celebrations.

Expect intense bursts during this time. The weather service wards that rapidly moving snow bands and high squall potential could drop visibility to near zero instantly.

Expect roads to become snow-covered and slick very quickly during the peak intensity hours.