Utah – Wet pavement glistens under early daylight across the Wasatch Front as a fast-changing February weather pattern takes hold. Light rain develops through the morning hours, temperatures slide into the mid-40s, and visibility drops at times along I-15 and I-80. Jackets and extra braking distance are needed early, especially during the commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Salt Lake City, rain chances increase through late morning with precipitation probabilities near 40 percent. Winds turn north to northwest, keeping conditions cool and damp. By Tuesday morning, colder air slips in just enough to raise a brief rain-and-snow mix risk before precipitation turns back to rain. Any snow accumulation in the valley looks limited, but higher benches and foothills could see slushy bursts.
Travel impacts stay manageable for now, but timing matters. Melting moisture during the day may refreeze after sunset as lows dip into the 30s. Bridges, ramps, and shaded neighborhood roads may turn slick, a classic February flash-freeze setup.
Midweek brings the most active stretch. Showers become more widespread by Wednesday, with rainfall likely and even a chance for embedded thunderstorms by afternoon. South winds increase slightly, and highs climb into the mid-50s. Mountain snow intensifies during this period, affecting canyon travel and higher-elevation routes east of the city.
By Thursday, rain chances linger, then conditions begin to quiet. Looking ahead into early next week, a broader warming trend builds across Utah. Temperatures trend above normal, hinting at an early taste of spring despite lingering winter signals.
Five-Day Outlook for Salt Lake City, Utah
- Today: Chance of rain, high near 53°F
- Tuesday: Rain and snow mix early, then rain, high near 51°F
- Wednesday: Rain likely, possible thunder, high near 55°F
- Thursday: Chance of rain, high near 46°F
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 46°F
