Utah – Cold air hangs low across the Wasatch Front early this morning, frosting windshields and softening footsteps on sidewalks. The valley starts the day quiet and gray, but brighter skies are already lining up.
Salt Lake City sits below freezing early, with temperatures near the upper 20s. Winds remain light, keeping the chill manageable for commuters. According to the National Weather Service, a dry and stable pattern controls northern Utah through the workweek, limiting storm chances and keeping travel impacts minimal.
Sunshine breaks through quickly today. Highs climb into the upper 40s by afternoon, a noticeable rebound from the morning cold. Roads remain dry across I-15, I-80, and surface streets, though shaded areas may stay slick early where overnight moisture lingered.
Tonight cools back into the upper 20s under mostly cloudy skies. Wednesday repeats the pattern. Morning clouds give way to filtered sun, with highs reaching the mid-40s. Air stays calm, and inversion concerns remain limited due to occasional mixing.
Thursday continues the quiet stretch. Mostly sunny skies help temperatures recover again into the mid-40s. No snow or rain is expected, and mountain travel remains uneventful for this time of year. For now, winter storms stay locked well north and east of Utah.
By Friday, clouds increase slightly, but conditions stay dry. Highs push toward the upper 40s again, setting the stage for a milder weekend. Saturday and Sunday trend warmer, with highs climbing into the low 50s across the valley.
Longer-range outlooks suggest below-normal precipitation persists into early February across much of the Great Basin, while temperatures hover near or slightly above average.
For now, expect calm winter weather. Dress for cold mornings, watch for patchy early slick spots, and enjoy the steady improvement by afternoon. How cold did it feel outside your door today?
Five-Day Weather Outlook – Salt Lake City, Utah
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny. High near 48.
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, calm. High near 45.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny. High near 45.
- Friday: Partly sunny. High near 48.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, milder. High near 53.
