If you're planning your Thanksgiving in Pittsburgh and trying to decide whether your holiday should include outdoor activities, a new forecast might help.
Old Farmer's Almanac recently released its 2026 Thanksgiving forecast for regions across the United States. The forecast predicts varying weather in Pittsburgh, with the possibility for both rain and sunshine, and fluctuating temperatures.
Here's what to know as look ahead toward the holiday.
Thanksgiving week weather forecast for Pittsburgh, per Old Farmer's Almanac
Weather in Pittsburgh and across the Ohio Valley could vary on Thanksgiving, according to Old Farmer's Almanac.
The city and surrounding region could see scattered showers that could eventually lead to sunny skies for Thanksgiving. The holiday's temperatures could vary, with temperatures falling later in the
day.
What is Pittsburgh's average weather on Thanksgiving? November temperature, rainfall trends
Pittsburgh's average temperature in November is about 43 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the National Centers for Environmental Information. The city's average precipitation in November is about 2.77 inches.
How accurate are Old Farmer's Almanac weather forecasts?
The Old Farmer's Almanac, founded in 1792 by Robert B. Thomas, touts an 80% accuracy rate in its weather forecasts, according to its website. Those forecasts have evolved to incorporate state-of-the-art technology and modern scientific principles, in addition to Thomas’s original formulation.
When is Thanksgiving 2026?
Every year, Thanksgiving falls on the fourth Thursday of November. This year, that's Nov. 26.
Chad Murphy contributed to this report.
Finch Walker is the Pittsburgh Connect Reporter for the USA TODAY Network. Contact Walker at FWalker@usatodayco.com. Instagram: @finchwalker_. X: @_finchwalker.
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