Salt Lake City, UT – Residents in northern Utah should prepare for rising temperatures this week, with Tuesday marking the start of an intense heat wave that will peak midweek. Afternoon highs will reach 95°F Tuesday before surging to 100°F on Wednesday, posing heightened risks for heat-related illness and straining air conditioning systems.
According to the National Weather Service, light winds will keep air stagnant during the day, with temperatures only dipping to 69°F Tuesday night, offering little overnight relief. The hottest period is expected Wednesday afternoon, when prolonged exposure could quickly lead to dehydration or heat exhaustion. Those in downtown Salt Lake City, West Valley City, and surrounding suburbs should avoid strenuous outdoor activity during peak heating hours between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.
The heat will ease slightly Thursday with highs near 97°F, though scattered showers and thunderstorms could develop late in the day and continue into Friday. Any storm activity may bring brief gusty winds and lightning but is unlikely to break the overall warm trend.
This hot stretch will linger into the weekend, with only slight chances for cooling rain. Officials urge residents to stay hydrated, limit time outdoors, and check on vulnerable neighbors.
Five Day Salt Lake City, UT Forecast:
- Tuesday: Mostly clear, high 95°F, low 69°F.
- Wednesday: Sunny and hot, high 100°F, low 71°F.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, slight chance evening showers, high 97°F, low 69°F.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, slight chance showers/storms, high 94°F, low 68°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, slight chance showers/storms, high 92°F.
