Pittsburgh
A community guide to Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania, the United States.
- Population
- 302,971 residents
- Region
- Pennsylvania
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 40.4406, -79.9959
Overview
Pittsburgh is a populated place in Pennsylvania, the United States. The community supports 302,971 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Pennsylvania. Its position within the broader regional network gives Pittsburgh a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Getting there
Reaching Pittsburgh typically involves the regional road network of Pennsylvania or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse the United States. Local routes link Pittsburgh to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of Pennsylvania. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Pittsburgh.
Climate
The climate at Pittsburgh is milder year-round, with moderate seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 40.44 within the United States. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Pittsburgh experience. Visitors planning a trip to Pittsburgh should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Geography and location
Pittsburgh sits at approximate coordinates 40.4406 latitude and -79.9959 longitude within Pennsylvania. The terrain and natural features around Pittsburgh reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Pennsylvania road network providing the principal routes in and out.