Salt Lake City, UT – A stretch of high summer heat is locking in across northern Utah this week, with Salt Lake City expected to reach 98°F by Wednesday. After a mild overnight low of 64°F, daily highs will soar above 90°F through at least Sunday, increasing the risk of heat-related illness and straining cooling systems.
According to the National Weather Service in Salt Lake City, Tuesday begins the warming trend with a sunny high of 94°F, followed by an even hotter 98°F Wednesday. Overnight lows remain unusually warm, hovering near 70°F, offering little overnight relief. The region remains dry, with no precipitation in sight and mostly clear skies expected through the weekend.
Tuesday: Sunny and hot, high near 94°F. Light morning breeze turning southeasterly by night.
Wednesday: Hottest day of the week — 98°F and sunny. Winds shift west to southeast, staying light.
Thursday: Slightly cooler but still hot, high around 97°F under mostly sunny skies.
Friday: Temperatures dip slightly to 90°F, remaining mostly sunny. Lows in the low 60s.
Saturday–Sunday: Continued sun and heat, highs near 89°F–93°F, calm overnight conditions.
Residents should limit outdoor activity during peak heat hours, stay hydrated, and check on vulnerable neighbors. While no advisories are currently posted, additional heat alerts may be issued if highs persist above seasonal norms into early next week.
Five Day Forecast for Salt Lake City, UT:
Tuesday: Sunny, high 94°F / low 69°F
Wednesday: Sunny, high 98°F / low 71°F
Thursday: Sunny, high 97°F / low 66°F
Friday: Mostly sunny, high 90°F / low 63°F
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 89°F / low 64°F
