Walking Weather in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
In Pittsburgh, the middle of the day, when it's at its warmest and the light is good, is usually your window. The easiest months are May, June, September, and October. Through January and February, aim for the warmest part of the day and keep it shorter.
Walk Window finds your window in Pittsburgh every day — and reminds you when to head out.
Get the appWhen to walk, by season
Winter
Winter highs sit near 37°F with lows around 22°F — watch for ice and bundle up. Shorter daylight means walking a little earlier in the afternoon.
Spring
Spring runs 39–60°F at about 58% humidity — usually Pittsburgh's easiest walking. Watch for spring rain and pollen.
Summer
Summer highs near 82°F and 64% humidity make midday hard work — head out early or after sunset, and check the pavement before dog walks.
Fall
Fall eases to 40–61°F at about 64% humidity — often the best stretch of the year for an unhurried walk.
The months people ask about
The easy months to plan around, and the ones worth timing carefully in Pittsburgh.
Walking the dog in Pittsburgh
- •Hills are good exercise for dogs but can be tough on older dogs
- •Frick Park is the largest city park with extensive off-leash dog areas
- •Winter ice on steep sidewalks is a hazard — stick to flat trails
In a Pittsburgh summer the ground can get hot enough to burn paws. Walk Window's Dog Walker mode watches the ground as well as the air and tells you when to wait. Check today's pavement risk →
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to walk in Pittsburgh?
The most comfortable months to walk in Pittsburgh are May, June, September, October. Most days, the morning before the afternoon heat is your easiest window.
Is it too hot to walk in Pittsburgh in summer?
Summer middays in Pittsburgh can be hard going. The early morning and the cooler evening still work — that's the window to take.
When is the most comfortable season to walk in Pittsburgh?
Pittsburgh has a humid continental with cold winters and warm summers. The easiest walking lands in May and June, when the temperature and humidity are at their kindest.
