Pittsburgh is preparing for an exceptionally warm weekend, with forecasts indicating temperatures that could approach or even surpass record highs. Friday's conditions are expected to near the 1946 record of 74°F (23°C), while Saturday's forecast suggests a high of 75°F (24°C) or higher, challenging the 1983 record of 76°F (24°C). The weekend will begin with fog and a slight chance of drizzle, before transitioning to partly cloudy and mostly sunny skies. However, a significant aspect of the forecast is the potential for severe weather on Saturday afternoon, with concerns focused on strong windstorms and isolated storm cells.