So are you ready to experience Pittsburgh winters for yourself? Be sure to give me a call ot text 412-758-8000 to help plan your move to Pittsburgh.

Thank you for sharing this info. Very helpful for newbies considering to move to the area.

@markknowspittsburgh

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for stopping by and glad you found it useful.

This is helpful for someone who has to study in that city. Thanks 🙏

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Great video! Thank you :)

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it! Appreciate you letting me know!

Thank you for the video! I'm an Indonesian who studies in Los Angeles, and planning to go to Pitt for grad school. I love LA's weather so much and this video helps me a lot to figure out how it is in Pittsburgh during winter. You got a new subscriber, Sir!

@markknowspittsburgh

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for subscribing. Good luck with your move. Let me know if you need any assistance or advice with neighborhoods.

Very good and accurate description of Pittsburgh winters. I have also noticed that the City itself is slightly warmer with less snow than the suburbs. It seems to me that very often the storms (summer or winter) are less severe than predicted.

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment. Totally agree that predictions are usually overblown.

Here is a Pittsburgh winter. The precip comes and it stays above freezing so all we get is rain. As soon as the precip leaves the area, the temperature drops to below freezing and we miss all of the snow. Happens every time and it will happen this weekend too. It will rain and be 45. When the rain leaves, it will be 5.

@markknowspittsburgh

Жыл бұрын

Yes, we have quite a bit of weather in the 30's so sometimes it is rain and sometimes it is snow. But rarely do we have long periods of snow on the ground.

That was perfect 🤩

@markknowspittsburgh

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Thank you for another helpful video!

@markknowspittsburgh

3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome! I am glad you are finding them useful. When are you planning your move to Pittsburgh?

@lylangel

3 жыл бұрын

@@markknowspittsburgh we're planning to come sometime after june 30th, all the way from california. Our plan is to rent a house in pittsburg!

@markknowspittsburgh

3 жыл бұрын

Okay sounds good. If you have any questions about neighborhoods or communities, please let me know. And when you are finished with renting and want to buy, be sure to let me know. I would be glad to help!

@lylangel

3 жыл бұрын

@@markknowspittsburgh Thanks so much! If we find people in a buying position we'll send them your way as well, love your channel of all the pittsburg real estate youtubers

Winters have been mild the last several years with the occasional really cold day (1 degree) but our summers can be very hot and humid. I would rather be here, though, then in the South where it’s 100 every day from April to October.

@markknowspittsburgh

Жыл бұрын

Yes very true. Compared to many other areas in US, Pittsburgh is fairly mild.

Wow. Pittsburgh's winters don't seem as cold and snowy as I thought. I think what gets to people the most about Pittsburgh's winters is the lack of sunshine. I heard that Pittsburgh gets on average fewer sunny days than Seattle. Those overcast winters might even seem like a virtual polar night to some people.

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, we have a lot of Pittsburgh gray days for sure. But I have seen some challenges to that statistic because apparently if for an hour or two there is 'mostly cloudy' skies then the whole day is identified as mostly cloudly. We have a lot of days that are a mix of clear and cloudy and I think this attributes to statistics that exaggerate the lived experience of most Pittsburghers.

@crazycoollady

2 жыл бұрын

@@markknowspittsburgh Thank you for the information. I am considering moving to Pittsburgh one of these days, so I feel more at ease.

I;m a native from Pittsburgh, but lived in Florida and Ecuador for the past 20 years. I am back in the Burgh now. I haven't seen snow yet, but it's only November.

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

Welcome back Carole!! Winter is coming!!

The fact that Pgh gets fewer sunny days than Seattle contributes to lots of SAD sufferers. Winter weather plus high taxes made me relocate to NC - I have 300 ft frontage on a private lake in the former only PGA golf course in NC. When I saw the low taxes on my historic house, I was delighted!

@markknowspittsburgh

Жыл бұрын

Hope you are enjoying NC!

@davidmitchell6873

Жыл бұрын

Glad your gone.

Hi Mark, I enjoy that you love Pittsburgh and Mt. Lebanon as much as I do.. My career path took me away from our beloved city and muncipality in 1989, but my parents remained there until December, 1998. I still go back, at least once a year, to enjoy it out of sentimentality. What amazes me is how robust the city is. Also, I love seeing Mt. Lebanon maintain its incredible vitality, exceptional housing stock and neighborhoods. Speaking of neighborhoods, I'd enjoy seeing you do videos about Virgina Manor, Hoodridge, Cedarhurst Manor (where i grew up) and Seminole Hill (where I lived after getting married). Please don't be shy about showcasing Mt. Lebanon's tudor revivals said to be one of the largest collections in the country. Your doing great work and thank you for the virtual trip back home.

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Walt. Thanks for your message, and glad my videos help you reconnect with your younger days in Pittsburgh. Over the next few months I wil be adding more neighborhood spotlights in Mt Lebanon. Stay tuned!

@theherbpuffer

2 жыл бұрын

What's so great about Mt Lebanon? I I've about 15 minutes away. Nothing special to me except for some restaurants

@jameysummers1577

Жыл бұрын

That's where I am! Mt.Lebanon. My business is called "Mt.Lebanon Computer and technology".

I remember three big snow falls in Pittsburgh. January 1978, the day I got married, it snowed something like 28 inches. The next big snowfall was March 1993. I think it was around 25 inches. my first couple decades almost I spent with the company I recently retired from, I was a meter reader. I was a draftsman before that, in a small office with three other lady draftsman. Each one had their own radio on their own station all day. So I thought I would take a break from that and just read meters for the summer like a lot of people did in my company,, I had no idea I would end up staying for 19 years on what was the best job of my life. They paid me to stay in shape. We got to go home when we were done, sometimes that was 11 AM. One time the temperature dropped to 24 below zero for the high of the day. That only happened once I do remember that we got snow sometimes as early as Halloween back in the 70s and early 80s and the snow would stick around for weeks if not months. I remember times when I would be walking through snow up to my knees to get to a meter here and there, and dreaming of a time when I could walk on just grass or asphalt and no snow. But in the 90s, the snow was reducing in the amount, and when it did snow in the 90s and 2000s, it didn’t stay very long. Our temperatures in the winter average around 22° for a high and maybe 14° overnight in January and February. We just miss getting all the snow from the great lakes by about 60 miles. but worse than the snow is the ice. We will get an inch of snow, it will melt during the day, and freeze overnight, and we are very very hilly here. So traffic gets snarled by people that are from out of town and don’t know to put good tires on their vehicles for winter. it’s January 14 right now 2022. I was just outside on my property sitting on my swing having my coffee while my dog did his rounds, it’s 45°. That’s a little unusual for mid January. we don’t get a lot of snow, we don’t get a lot of sunny days here either. I think it’s average is 59 days of sunshine only in Pittsburgh per year. All the rest of the time it’s either overcast for partly cloudy. That’s why this area of the country has the lowest skin cancer rates.. So in conclusion, it does not snow the way it used to in Pittsburgh. Before I was born there was a big snowstorm that they talk about once in a while, I think it was 1951. We had close to 30 inches of snow in one event.. But in the more recent decades, a big snow event for the entire year would be 8 inches, and I guarantee it would be all gone in less than two weeks.. I have noticed because I have relatives in the south, that it actually snows more in West Virginia, Kentucky, Virginia, Tennessee than it does here in The lower half of Pennsylvania and Ohio.. I have had a four-wheel-drive pick up and my wife has had a four-wheel-drive SUV of one brand or another since 2008. I kept my first pick up for nine years. In that time, I only used four-wheel-drive three times, and on those three events, I had it in four-wheel-drive for less than two minutes. So when I bought my newest four-wheel-drive pick up in 2017, I really thought about not getting four-wheel-drive again. But I bought a four-wheel-drive again, I have had it since 2017, and I have yet to put it in four-wheel-drive, and I live where there are lots of hills

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comments Jody! Great stories about being a meter reader. And the point you made about the snow melting and then forming ice on the surface - - so true!!

@theherbpuffer

2 жыл бұрын

You must not have been here during Snowmaggeden

Very accurate,

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Appreciate the affirmation!

Thank you for this information! I need some information about Ambridge please.

@markknowspittsburgh

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Amal Tazi. What type of informaiton are you looking for? I would be glad to send you more details about the area and my assessment of the Ambridge housing market. Send me an email or text 412-758-8000 and I can send it directly to you.

Two points you did not mention: The wind on cold days will cut right through you. Second, it takes some experience, usually bad experiences, with moving from a well traveled route with easy driving conditions, to a side road which is not cleared nearly as well. A retired person has no problems waiting a few days; not so with someone who has to go to work on a schedule.

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Harry. Yes, that is a good point about the windy days. Sometimes the air temperature can be in the mid 30s and it is absolutely frigid feeling if there is a strong wind. Though compared to lake effect wind coming off the Great Lakes in places like Chicago and Cleveland - it is all a matter of perspective. High wind chill days do happen, but certainly not the norm.

Maybe before your time, but the winter of 1976-77 was a whole other story. Starting in about early-mid December it started snowing and snowed just about every day well into January. I liked it because we didn't get just snow days, we got snow WEEKS. No one had expected that severe of a winter so there weren't enough resources to deal with that much constant snow. The next winter was no slouch, either. This was about 35 miles from Pittsburgh and they got the same.

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

I was just a little tyke but my older siblings told me stories! Doubtful we will ever have that kind of winter again.

@3OCALM1

2 жыл бұрын

I remember my folks talking about how they got slammed with snow in 1950 and how they doubted that would ever happen again, then it happened again in 76. We had been having -pretty mild winters before that. I guess we'll see.

I enjoyed your video; you provide interesting and accurate information; (except; see below☺). I was born in, and raised a bit north of Pittsburgh (1950's-early 1970's); then moved south for college; I'm still there y'all... I mean yinse. Pittsburgh has had snow as early as October 19th, and as late as May 10th. I remember this because my, and my brothers birthday-party's were moved from the back-yard to inside the house because of the much-unanticipated snow; just 'flurries', but still cool and snowy. And, yes this is more than very rare for this to happen; might be the only time it every happened... I miss Pittsburgh a lot. It was a great place in the 1950's - 1970's.... I don't know how it is now.

@markknowspittsburgh

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing! October/November and April/May snow is a rare occurrence. The weather is delightful!!

Nice work

@markknowspittsburgh

11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

The latest snow I've ever seen was a couple inches of snow on May 27, 1965. It was on my Dad's birthday.

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

That's crazy!

I appreciate you mark for all information that you put together to help others. If you can provide some information about 10 best affordable areas for renting a condo/apartment for those who wants to move in and don't know the community . Thank you .

@markknowspittsburgh

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Daniel. I do not have much experience with the rental market. I would recommend searching on Zumper dot com. If you have questions about specific communities - feel free to call or text me at 412-758-8000 and I can help you out. Thanks for watching my videos.

@Daniel-fc3rp

3 жыл бұрын

@@markknowspittsburgh Hello Mark, Thank you for responding ,I live in other state and have plan to move to pittsburgh pretty soon .

@markknowspittsburgh

3 жыл бұрын

Good luck with your move. Many great areas to live in the Pittsburgh area. Be sure to check out some of other videos. And if you ever change your mind, and are looking to buy - be sure to get in touch with me!

Thanks! Coming from CA to watch a Steelers game in the winter

@markknowspittsburgh

Жыл бұрын

Go Stillers!!

thank you for this ! i’m attending college here next year (i’m from california so i need as much info as i can get )

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Sadie. Glad you found it helpful. I was thinking about adding other videos that might appeal to people unfamiliar with Pittsburgh - traffic, risk of flooding, public transportation, etc. What other topics would you like to see?

@lalajones5794

2 жыл бұрын

I went to Pit (Don't ever use Pittsburgh University abbreviation PU doesn't sound right). If moving into a dorm suggest do 1-2 years before venturing off campus. Oakland is where the main campus is located. It can be deceptive as businesses, hospitals & campus buildings are intertwined. I strongly suggest installing if haven't a GPS of Oakland & the 'official' name of school buildings. Also get a map book to visually see where all classes are. I made the mistake first day of classes I assumed knew where all the school buildings were. WRONG! Some are hidden on side streets. WARNING: Many people either forget or don't know on 5th Avenue the far left lane is for buses. Rather the bus lane goes in the opposite direction of traffic on a one way street coming from Pittsburgh. Fifth Avenue goes to city of Pittsburgh. Some have been seriously injured or killed not looking "left" for the bus. Many Port Authority Transport (PAT) buses run on electricity so muted sound doesn't help. Also obtain a bus schedule & download the app to pay electronically. Research on internet to know where goes. Such as grocery stores, Walmart, malls & restaurants BEFOREHAND. (Certain stops are for certain routes) could be standing at a stop & the right bus passes by. Also, don't try to go somewhere in the evening if never rode there. Buses can be finicky, some work from a certain time to later time, while others stop after rush hour. In other words, can get to a location but might not be able to get back by bus. Bring/buy warm sweaters, sweatsuits & hiking boots/walking shoes. Depending on location, might need to hike up the streets to upper levels. The hills can be steep. Need shoes with traction as can be slippery. The breeze can be cutting walking around when temps drop. If not accustomed to temp differences can affect one until get used to it so suggest a snuggle blanket and/or electric inside and 'layer up' wearing t-shirts under sweaters when going out is helpful. First year dorms 'typically' have a shared multi bathroom. Suggest get a bathrobe, pail (with zip lock bags to put 'keys', toothpaste, soap/toothbrush in covers in it as well as grippy thongs) for shower. NEVER keep in bathrooms (don't trust 'guests' won't use/steal anything. Use vaseline after morning shower to rub over face & wipe off with towel when walking in cold temps to get a barrier against wind burn walking to classes. Use extra strength garbage bags to take clothes to laundry & from. Always take the detergent & bags back with you, never keep at laundry. Use timer on phone to keep track of washing/drying time to be back a minute or two before end of cycles. Why? Because people can have sticky fingers or impatient choosing to remove your clothes. Additionally, can become distracted forget the time. Some backpacks are better than others. Get one with support for back. Put some type of decal on it to distinguish yours from others. Carry longer chargers (at least 12ft). Carry a bright flashlight & a portable halloween glow stick in it & your dorm room. If lights go out can navigate with both glow stick & brighter flashlights inside & outside. I used to have my previous clothes on my desk chair. Why? Stupid people accidentally triggered alarms in the early morning hours (burned toast or popcorn). I got stuck once standing outside in freezing temps in my pajamas. Never again! I became a firefighter, learned how in seconds throw on my clothes, grabbed my jacket & purse ready for the outside no matter the time & temps. This may sound funny, but if end of semester planning on returning to Pit, put your stuff into storage. You may or may not be in the exact dorm room the following year, or move in with others. Hauling stuff back & forth is a pain. There's only a few months between semesters so put in storage. At end of final year, pay for a box & have it moved to where next going (home or relocating to another city). This is a school that borders Carnegie Mellon, Hill District along with a high income area (Shadyside). Learn to know landmarks to reference to keep oriented such as the Cathedral of Learning, exotic dealership, the field house, gym & Carlow College. Hill District isn't necessarily the best area, BUT, anywhere have to be aware of surroundings.

I am afraid that Mark has understated the severity of winters. The winter in Pittsburgh gets 44 inches of snow on average, and January temps are 35/20.

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

I stated that average temperatures in January were 37 as a high and 21 as a low. And you are correcting that to 35/20.

@YD-uq5fi

2 жыл бұрын

@@markknowspittsburgh Plus the much higher inches of snow.

Love the cop cutting off a driver in Mt. Leb at 2:54 😂

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

I think car ahead of me waved him through. Sort of an invitation for a delayed "Pittsburgh Left"!

I live in Birmingham Alabama and we got 18 inches of snow in the blizzard of ‘93. Except it did shut us down. Half the city was without power. Roads weren’t passable for days.

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

😲 I didn't realize the storm went that far south. I assume Birmingham rarely gets snow at all.

@mistylee717

2 жыл бұрын

@@markknowspittsburgh In the past we got enough snow to accumulate around 2 times a year. Now we don’t get snow every year. But we do most years - at least once. But ‘93 was a huge disaster. Our trees aren’t used to that much snow. The woods behind me looked like a war zone with all the broken branches everywhere.

Mark...what about winter clothing and other things you will need for winter if you are coming from a warmer climate?

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

You will need a winter coat, boots, hat, and gloves. You will need an ice scraper, a snow shovel, and some de-icing salt.

Lived in the burgh for 17 years now ....it really depends on where you live south hills your golden the closer to the city and the more you get off the main roads and in some town get onto cobble the more screwed you are. Everyone in say Brookline park on the streets so no where to plow the snow and 1/2 the town is cobble stone. So you never get clear roads till it warms up

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, that is a good point. Snow clearing in the City of Pgh has been a challenge.

In my own experience, Pittsburgh has about 2 days each winter where the roads are hazardous due to continual snowfall or freezing rain. Otherwise, it is just like you said, roads are cleared quickly and driving is pretty safe.

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

Hi John! Thanks for sharing your experience. I think Pittsburgh winters are overhyped for sure. Most people coming from places without winter weather will be pleasantly surprised that the weather here is not crippling and rarely changes ones plans.

@theherbpuffer

2 жыл бұрын

I'd say more than two days for sure depending on your vehicle and where you live. Shitty road crews coupled with hills is not very ideal.. last couple years have been a little tougher than most. We've already had a handful of snowfalls before February. The first one was very mild yet it was a nightmare. The salt trucks don't touch my street so it's hard to get out my neighborhood in my car going up hill. I think I have a little more experience as most as I do gig work living and am on the roads constantly.

@johnm.johnson3551

2 жыл бұрын

@@theherbpuffer It probably depends on where you live in the area. For instance, Dormont, where I live has excellent road maintenance but the adjoining City of Pittsburgh is notorious for slow snow removal, especially in the hilly neighborhoods. I find that even if the roads are still bad in the morning, the main arteries are generally drive able by late morning or early afternoon. We had a very mild December here and January was a bit more typical but there was still not a single day in January when I was unable to drive due to hazardous conditions, etc.

@theherbpuffer

2 жыл бұрын

@@johnm.johnson3551 exactly, I'm talking about the city of Pittsburgh. Brookline is notoriously bad

I miss the Pittsburgh winners down here in Florida. Christmas isn’t the same😢

@markknowspittsburgh

Жыл бұрын

You should come back and visit!

Lived in Pittsburgh for 10 years. I've moved back home to Texas.. I'm glad I don't have to shovel snow lol

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

You should come back and visit. We will shovel the snow for you! Or just come during one of the 347 days it DOESN'T snow!!! Seriously, we don't get that much snow. But it is annoying when it does!

@MobileHomeGeek

2 жыл бұрын

@Mark Knows Pittsburgh - Real Estate Agent haha! I will visit.my little sister attends at point park!! Definitely looking forward to visiting

3:55 How right you are...

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

Snowmageddon is coming!! Wait there was only 2 inches! Ha, LOL!

I live 45ins north of Pittsburgh I go once a month except winter lol

@markknowspittsburgh

Жыл бұрын

Yes, once you get above the I-80 corridor, the weather patterns are completely different!

How bout an educational video on the bourbon and whiskey store in the strip district

@markknowspittsburgh

3 жыл бұрын

Great idea Lisa. I wil add that idea to my list!

Add degrees Celsius for persons outside of America

@markknowspittsburgh

3 жыл бұрын

I would love to, but unfortunately (tongue in cheek) American schools never taught us how to do anything other than English and US measurement system 🤣.

It could be worse but winter conditions coupled with hills is never ideal. I have to disagree with the road crews, they are horrible. Especially in the southern portion of the city...my street is never touched. This winter has already been worse than most. Already a handful of snowfalls and stuck in the house as I type due to freezing rain!

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

Good point. Suburban road crews are generally very good. City of Pittsburgh road crews - tons of complaints from residents.

I live about 2 hours north of Pittsburgh our winters are awful. Compared to Pittsburgh. Does Pittsburgh get lake effect?

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

Not very often. The lake effect usually stops some where around I-80.

Dude it snows all November and March. Nice of you to eliminate those months.

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

Mike - just so we are clear on facts and not hyberbole (unless you live in Erie) it most certainly does NOT snow ALL of November and March. In fact, Pittsburgh averages about 1" total for the ENTIRE month of November. And in March, Pittsburgh averages 4.5" inches of snow - which I did NOT eleminate from my video. Check out the chart at 1:55 mark and you will find the data for March.

@stugots162

2 жыл бұрын

Was not talking snow totals. Was saying its still cold as fuck in Nov and March. And as I get ready on November 4th to go work nightshift Im dressing in layers because its going to be 29 degrees in the morning. And I'm not from Erie. Im 57 and have lived in Pittsburgh for 57 winters in Mt lebo , Greentree and currently im living in Scott Twp so I think I've lived through the same winters as you. Your description of Pittsburgh's mild winters just isnt true. As for the roads being all cleared by 9 or 10 o'clock, that may be true, but some of us travel to and from work at 6 and 7am, and the roads are not treated yet. I will probably write some sarcastic crap during the polar vortex this Jan, but until then enjoy the holidays and button up my man. Ps. Im buying a house in 2 years when i retire and might get in touch with you.

❤

@markknowspittsburgh

10 ай бұрын

Thanks!

What about the summers? I hear they are oppressively humid.

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

Similar to the winters, the summers in Pittsburgh are mild. We will have a few days with 90+ weather but not very often. Yes, we can have cycles of high humidity but it is not a constant. It is just temporary. But perhaps I should make a video about summers in Pittsburgh! Thanks for the inspiration.

@ayshafernandez5307

2 жыл бұрын

@@markknowspittsburgh thank you for replying.Yes, a video would be nice for more clarity.🙂

If you think they are bad in Pittsburgh when they say it's going to snow - you never want to be in Atlanta when they say it's going to snow! LOL

@markknowspittsburgh

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, that is a good point. I have been in the South when there is ice and snow and it is just crazy dangerous in how drivers respond. At least in Pittsburgh, winter driving is expeted and relatively a non-issue.

[Hmm, I posted a few hours ago & I guess it disappeared 'mysteriously'.] I'm not stating you aren't knowledgeable about Pittsburgh's real estate. I'm venturing you spent a great deal of time in the real estate market & grew up here to know the ins/outs. I assume that your report is exclusive for Pittsburgh, not SW Pa. Pittsburgh is a part of Southwest region but not all are reacting in the same manner. Looking it up, while Pittsburgh gets a certain amount of precipitation the surrounding area gets 'more' rain & snow. Winters are fickle in ALL the areas of SW Pa. I have relatives in various segments of the surrounding communities. One could have snow, another might have a brushing, while in Pittsburgh get nothing. Whether it's climate change the numbers have been steadily changing. We in the surrounding areas east & north of Pittsburgh also get snow from the 'Great Lake Effect'. I happen to live in Greensburg. Someone in Butler might get a higher amount or going closer to the mountains even more.0 Reminder: An average is an arithmetic mean, the sum of the numbers divided by how many numbers are being averaged. It does not mean average is exact, but incidences of snow accumulation is higher or lower the numbers averaged means consistently a higher range of numbers. So if have higher accumulation it will be higher amount amount overall same as lower. RAIN Pittsburgh, PA gets '38' in.s of rain, on average, per year. (The US average is also 38 inches of rain per year.) Greensburg, PA on the other hand, gets '44' ins of rain, on average, per year. SNOW Pittsburgh, PA averages '28' inches of snow per year. The US average is also 28 inches of snow per year. Greensburg, PA averages '33' inches of snow per year. This is according to your source 'BestPlaces.net' SW Pa including Greensburg is 'above' the US average AND Pittsburgh's. While midwest may have flatter terrain & roads which can cause more buildup of snow blind snow & drifts. Pittsburgh & surrounding SW PA going into the mountains have a rollercoaster terrain to contend with. In that we have curvy roads, steep hills & sharp embankments. We have 1 of the 2 steepest streets in the world. It's not just streets, it also is the highway/interstate expressways that are tricky to navigate with limited medians & barriers as traffic jointly climb side-by-side steep hills as well as descending them. We have 1 runaway ramp (help tractor trailer drivers who lose their hydraulic brakes to slow down using sand or water filled canisters). Did I also mention Pittsburgh is also known as the 'City of Bridges" too? It has 446 bridges more than any other city in the world, including Venice, Italy. (It may need updating to confirm validity now) Originally, Pittsburgh was a rugged terrain of deep valleys, creeks, and rivers, isolating many of the city’s residents but good to travel by river via barges the raw sources & finished product for steel. It also means they are in varying conditions & types. There are some that close down during wintry conditions. The age, low temps & construction can't handle heavy weight. Additionally, the road surfaces being above water even lowers the bridge surfaces making them icier, hence the warnings 'Bridge Ices Before Road'.

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Lala. Thanks for providing such detailed information. I might need to do a Pittsburgh Weather - Part 2.

@lalajones5794

2 жыл бұрын

@@markknowspittsburgh Thank you. I greatly appreciate it. Sometimes we get so used to our environment we don't notice it. I was on a contract job in San Diego. I was stressed driving as they have very few guardrails & has steep on/off ramps. When it rained, there'd be news stories of people going over steep embankments. After returning home, I realized we're billy goats. We rarely level but build into steep hills.

Are Pittsburgh winters as bad as Minneapolis winters ?

@markknowspittsburgh

Жыл бұрын

I have never been to Mineapolis but given their winter stats, fair to say Pittsburgh winters are much better (less cold, less snow).

Grey sky, slush.

@markknowspittsburgh

Жыл бұрын

Mixed with sun, mixed with snow, mixed with rain, mixed with wind, mixed with clear skies, mixed with . . . If you don't like the weather in Pittsburgh, just wait a few hours and it will change! LOL

All people need to know about winters in Pittsburgh is they suck

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

Hey "Lord Ray" have you ever experienced a winter in Cleveland, Buffalo, Boston, Chicago, etc? Pittsburgh winters are pretty mild. If you want to move south, let me know. I probably have some clients that might want to buy your house.

see you in July 2023 Mike Miller 39th Birthday

@markknowspittsburgh

Жыл бұрын

Happy birthday Mike!

I don’t know what he talking about. It always snow here in Pittsburgh. Not just 2 days.

@markknowspittsburgh

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Phil. Maybe you live up in the mountains or above I-80 in the snow belt. But here in Pittsburgh winters are mild. The data is real. www.weather.gov/media/pbz/records/hissnow.pdf

News Flash, Mark. Mt. Washington NEVER treats the roads no matter the snow totals...also, we are FAR colder than costal New England but not as cold as inland.

@markknowspittsburgh

Жыл бұрын

I agree that neighborhoods that people commute through (Shadyside, Oakland, Bloomfield, etc.) get treated before neighborhoods that are more secluded (like Mt Washington) but you should follow the snow plow tracker - pittsburghpa.gov/weather/snow-plow-tracker. Maybe 'never' is a bit of a stretch.

Pittsburgh winters feel like punishment from God

@markknowspittsburgh

Жыл бұрын

I suspect you haven't experienced winters further north (Buffalo, New England, etc). Pittsburgh winters are mild.