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Winter coat for Pittsburgh in August

Verdict

Skip it

Lows stay near 60°F — a coat is overkill.

Why

Pittsburgh in August averages highs of 80°F, lows of 60°F, 11 rainy days.

That climate means a winter coat isn't pulling its weight. Lows stay near 60°F — a coat is overkill.

What to bring instead

Consider packable down jacket instead →

See the pack-or-skip verdict for packable down jacket in Pittsburgh in August.

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