Utah begins this Saturday with crisp, cool air pooled across the Salt Lake Valley as early sunshine spills over the Wasatch peaks. Pavement still glistens from light moisture, and a thin morning chill pushes through downtown streets as Thanksgiving travel ramps up across the region. While today starts calm, a developing pattern midweek may affect drivers heading onto I-15, I-80, and routes toward the canyons.
According to the National Weather Service, Salt Lake City sees a 20% rain chance today after 8 a.m., though most areas stay partly sunny with highs near the upper 50s. Light winds keep conditions pleasant for errands, outdoor prep, or early holiday gatherings. However, clouds return tonight as cooler air slides into northern Utah, setting the stage for a Thursday rain-and-possible-snow scenario.
Models hint at a Winter Tease Thursday morning, with a rain–snow mix possible if temperatures dip close to freezing before sunrise. Snow levels hold near 5,000–5,500 feet, but any slight drop could bring wet flakes to suburbs on the east bench. To be fair, accumulation looks unlikely, yet even brief flakes may disrupt canyon travel and create quick slowdowns along I-80 toward Parleys Summit.
Showers continue Thursday afternoon before tapering off. Drivers should watch for slick patches, especially in shaded areas and on bridges, as temperatures hover in the 30s and low 40s.
Friday improves with partly sunny skies and highs near 51—good timing for early Thanksgiving travelers leaving after the midweek system. Roads dry quickly, though morning frost remains possible in valley pockets.
The weekend brings calmer November weather. Saturday shines mostly sunny near 52. Sunday warms further into the mid-50s under bright skies.
Five-Day Outlook
Saturday: Mostly sunny, 52
Sunday: Sunny, 55
Monday: Mostly sunny, 54
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, 49
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, 49
