Utah – A dim, early glow spreads over the Wasatch Front as thin clouds drift across the Salt Lake Valley, hinting at a developing change in the November pattern. Air feels crisp along I-80, and damp patches linger on pavement in cooler pockets. Residents should prepare for shifting skies today and a growing chance of rain by Friday, which could influence early holiday travel plans.
According to the National Weather Service in Salt Lake City, a weak disturbance edges toward northern Utah today and pushes moisture into the region by Friday morning. Light rain may appear first along the benches, then slide toward the valley through the midday hours. Winds stay manageable, but drivers should expect slower travel if showers thicken during the afternoon. Anyone planning early Thanksgiving trips should monitor road conditions, especially through canyons where quick temperature dips sometimes trigger a brief rain-snow mix this time of year.
According to UDOT, weekend travelers should expect unsettled skies from Sunday into early next week as a cooler system approaches from the Pacific. Clouds will increase Saturday night, and light rain may return Sunday with steadier pockets moving along the I-15 corridor. Models hint at an early winter tease Monday and Tuesday with a narrow window for mixed precipitation if valley temperatures slide toward the mid-30s. Snow chances stay low in the city, yet higher elevations may see a slushy coating.
Residents should use today’s milder stretch to complete outdoor tasks, check wiper blades, and prepare warm layers for cooler mornings ahead. After all, November often shifts quickly, and small systems can surprise early in the winter transition season.
Five-Day Forecast for Salt Lake City, UT:
Fri: 67/48 – Spotty rain; breezy at times.
Sat: 65/46 – Mostly sunny; calm.
Sun: 59/42 – Rain likely; cool through evening.
Mon: 52/35 – Rain likely; slight snow chance higher benches.
Tue: 48/33 – Rain/snow mix possible; colder pockets.
