Right now, local outlets are generally calling for around 3 to 5 inches of snow in the city of Pittsburgh, with higher amounts east and in the ridges. Some forecasts phrase this as a storm-total range of about 3 to 6 inches for the immediate area.
Current snow forecast
Most recent TV and local news forecasts for this weekend put Pittsburgh proper in the 3–5 inch range for total accumulation, with heavier bands to the southeast where 5–10 inches are possible in the higher elevations. National app-style forecasts are similar, usually giving a probability spread centered on 3–6 inches for the storm.
Ranges and uncertainty
Forecasts show probabilities rather than a single exact number, with roughly the highest odds on totals between 3 and 6 inches in the city. There is also a lower but nonzero chance of amounts over 6 inches if the heaviest band sets up over the metro area instead of just the ridges.
Impacts in Pittsburgh
Local discussions and alerts describe a Winter Storm Warning or similar headline for the Pittsburgh region, with expected slick roads and reduced visibility while snow is falling. Temperatures are expected to stay cold enough that what falls will mainly stick, so untreated roads, sidewalks, and side streets will likely be snow-covered and slippery during and shortly after the main burst.