Utah – Bright sun and warming air are already pushing Salt Lake City toward an early taste of summer, but a noticeable cooldown is lining up within the next 36 hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Salt Lake City, highs climb to 84°F today under clear skies. Light winds shift through the afternoon, keeping conditions calm but unusually warm for late March.
By Thursday, temperatures fall back to around 65°F. The shift may feel abrupt, especially after today’s near-record warmth. Skies stay mostly sunny, but cooler air settles in quickly by evening.
Thursday night brings a sharper drop, with lows near 39°F across the metro. Outlying valleys could dip closer to freezing. That swing raises a low-end risk for patchy slick spots early Friday, especially on bridges and untreated roads.
Drivers along I-15 and I-80 should stay alert during early morning hours. Temperature swings like this can lead to brief condensation and refreeze in colder pockets. Plan a few extra minutes if commuting early.
Friday stabilizes with highs near 68°F and lighter winds. The weekend rebounds again, with sunshine returning and temperatures climbing into the upper 70s by Saturday and near 80°F Sunday.
Looking ahead, a slight chance of showers returns early next week, but no major storms are expected. Warmer-than-average conditions continue to dominate the pattern.
Five Day Forecast for Salt Lake City, Utah
Thursday: Sunny, high 65°F
Friday: Partly sunny, high 68°F
Saturday: Partly sunny, high 78°F
Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 79°F
Monday: Slight chance of showers, high 76°F
